Actress wearing military-inspired cap, from Stars of the Stage, First Series (N129) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1890

This chromolithograph, part of the "Stars of the Stage" series, was created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their "Honest Long Cut" tobacco. The card depicts an actress wearing a military-inspired cap adorned with gold trim, jewels, and a feather. The image was likely part of a larger set of trading cards distributed in the late 19th century. This piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, represents a unique example of commercial art utilizing popular culture figures to promote a product. The card's vibrant colors and detailed design, along with its historical significance as a form of advertising, make it a fascinating example of late 19th-century printmaking.