Mlle. Ilberte, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Mlle. Ilberte, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

drawing, print

portrait

photo of handprinted image

drawing

toned paper

photo restoration

print

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

portrait reference

pencil drawing

men

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Mlle. Ilbert," from the "Actors and Actresses" series is a sepia-toned, photographic trading card produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card depicts a woman, likely an actress, named Mlle. Ilbert, posed in a three-quarter view, her face tilted down and her eyes closed. This card, like many in the series, serves as a valuable glimpse into the popular culture of the late 19th century and the advertising strategies of the time, promoting the Virginia Brights brand through collectible trading cards.