Mlle. Crogette, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Mlle. Crogette" is a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, produced by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891 to promote Virginia Brights Cigarettes. This sepia-toned photograph features a portrait of the actress Mlle. Crogette, posed in a dramatic pose with her hand resting on her chin. The card, measuring just 2 5/8 x 1 1/2 inches, is a testament to the popularity of theatrical performances during the late 19th century, and the use of promotional trading cards as a popular form of advertising. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.