Marie Jansen, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-7) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1880s

This is a trade card from the 1880s featuring Marie Jansen, a famous actress, from the Actors and Actresses series produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes. The trade card shows Jansen in a studio portrait, dressed in a low-cut, ruffled blouse, with her arms crossed. These cards, printed in sepia tones, were a popular method of advertising in the late 19th century, often featuring celebrities or attractive women to appeal to potential customers.