From the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 5) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a "trade card" from the "Actors and Actresses" series, produced by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891 to promote Virginia Brights cigarettes. It depicts a woman in a theatrical pose, dressed in a ruffled blouse and a hat with a feather, seated with an open parasol and a ball at her feet. These cards were popular collectibles, and their production coincided with the flourishing of American theater in the late 19th century.