Card 580, Daisy Hall, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 2) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Card 580, Daisy Hall, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 2) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

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toned paper

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watercolour illustration

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This is a collectible trade card from the Actors and Actresses series produced by Allen & Ginter, a company known for its tobacco cards. "Card 580, Daisy Hall" is a black and white photograph that depicts Daisy Hall, an actress, wearing a dark jacket and a spotted vest. The card features the Virginia Brights Cigarettes logo, indicating it was part of a larger marketing campaign. These cards were popular in the late 19th century and are now sought after by collectors for their historical and artistic value. This particular example is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.

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