Miss Durand, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Miss Durand" is a cabinet card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a portrait of Miss Durand, an actress, holding a walking stick and wearing a hat and a long coat, posed against a light background. The card is a prime example of the collectible card craze of the late 19th century, and showcases the popularity of actresses like Miss Durand during this era. The card is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, New York.