Lora Monti, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Lora Monti" is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a sepia-toned photograph of actress Lora Monti in profile, adorned with elaborate jewelry and a feathered headdress. These cards were popular collector's items in the late 19th century and are now considered important historical artifacts for their connection to the cultural and social landscape of that era. This particular card, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, provides a glimpse into the fashion and style of the time, as well as the burgeoning world of celebrity culture.