John Henshaw, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"John Henshaw, from the Actresses series" is a trade card issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote their Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card depicts the actor John Henshaw, in a theatrical costume, standing in a pose reminiscent of a stage performance. These cards were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, often featuring images of popular figures from entertainment and culture. This particular card is now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.