Sarah Jewett as "The Opera," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

Sarah Jewett as "The Opera," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

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This chromolithograph, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1889, is part of the "Fancy Dress Ball Costumes" series of trading cards for Duke brand cigarettes. The card features an illustration of Sarah Jewett in a costume referencing the opera, complete with a multi-colored fan and a pair of opera glasses. The illustration uses vivid colors and details to portray the popular actress in a playful and humorous light. The card is a unique and collectible artifact of 19th-century popular culture, showcasing the connection between entertainment and product advertising.

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