Card 292, Agnes Folsen, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 7) for Dixie Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This 19th-century, black and white photograph, "Card 292, Agnes Folsen", is a part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, a set of collectible trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter, a prominent tobacco company, for Dixie Cigarettes. The card features a portrait of Agnes Folsen, a popular actress of the time. It is a typical example of the photographic style of the late 19th-century, characterized by its high contrast and sharp detail. It is a piece of Americana, offering a glimpse into the world of 19th-century entertainment and the evolution of trading card culture.