Clara St. Muir, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Clara St. Muir," from the Actresses series (N245) is a photographic card produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890. The card, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a portrait of the actress Clara St. Muir. The image showcases Muir leaning against a chair, offering a glimpse into the fashion and theatrical trends of the era. The card exemplifies the marketing strategy of using celebrity endorsements to promote tobacco products in the late 19th century. These cards, collected by many at the time, highlight the connection between popular culture and commercial advertising.