Lena La Mont, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This photograph, part of the Actresses series produced by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889, features the actress Lena La Mont. The image is a cabinet card, a popular format for portraiture in the late 19th century, showcasing La Mont in a theatrical pose. While the precise details of her career are not readily available, this card serves as a visual record of a performer from a bygone era, highlighting the connection between cigarette brands and popular culture during the late 19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this artifact, which offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian stage performances.