Miss Louison, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

"Miss Louison" is a cabinet card from the "Actresses" series issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The image is a portrait of a woman in a theatrical costume, holding a prop. These collectible cards were given away with purchases of Kimball & Co. cigarettes, which were popular during the late 19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses the card, which measures 2 5/8 × 1 3/8 inches. This image, typical of the "Actresses" series, showcases the popularity of theater and cigarette collecting during the era.