Lillian Lewis, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company

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

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portrait

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drawing

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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charcoal art

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portrait reference

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pencil drawing

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underpainting

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portrait drawing

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watercolour illustration

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tonal art

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watercolor

"Lillian Lewis, from the Actresses series (N245)" is a sepia-toned photograph by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, produced in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The portrait depicts actress Lillian Lewis in a close-up, gazing upwards. The image was part of a series of collectible cards featuring prominent actresses of the era, showcasing the connection between tobacco and entertainment culture. The card's small size, measuring only 2 1/2 × 1 7/16 inches, reflects its intended function as a promotional item. This work is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

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