Amy Wells, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Amy Wells, from the Actresses series (N245)" is a trade card from 1890, issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card features a black and white photograph of actress Amy Wells, showcasing her in a theatrical pose. This card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the use of celebrity endorsements in advertising during the late 19th century. These trade cards were popular collectibles, contributing to the growing popularity of both tobacco products and the performing arts.