Agathe Renaud, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. by William S. Kimball & Company

Agathe Renaud, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

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19th century

"Agathe Renaud, from the Actresses series" is a carte-de-visite portrait from 1889 by William S. Kimball & Company. The image features Agathe Renaud, a French actress, in a simple pose against a plain background. This photograph is part of a series of cards featuring actresses, likely intended for promotion or personal collection. The carte-de-visite format was popular in the 19th century and is characterized by its small size and typically features a bust-length portrait. This particular card is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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