Teresa, from the Ballet Queens series (N182) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This chromolithograph, "Teresa," from the *Ballet Queens series*, features a female figure dressed in a colorful, theatrical costume. The woman is posed sitting on a ledge, her legs crossed and her hands folded in her lap. Her ornate costume, with a detailed bodice and layered skirt, is a striking example of the fashion trends of the late 19th century. Created by William S. Kimball & Co. in 1889, the image is a prime example of the *trade card*, a popular form of advertising that showcased performers and other subjects. This card, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the world of entertainment in the late 19th century.