[Actress wearing fez], from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

This black and white photograph, titled "Actress wearing fez", is part of the "Actors and Actresses" series created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke cigarettes. The photograph, dating back to 1890-1895, features a woman in a theatrical costume, posing against a blurred background. Her attire, including a distinctive fez, suggests a stage performance, perhaps a historical or fantasy setting. The card's small size (2 11/16 × 1 3/8 in.) and the straightforward portrait style are typical of trade cards from this era. This example, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the world of late 19th-century advertising and popular culture.