Card Number 369, Irene Duclos, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-3) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes 1880s
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portrait
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photo of handprinted image
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aged paper
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toned paper
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pencil sketch
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charcoal drawing
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watercolour illustration
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"Card Number 369, Irene Duclos" is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, which was issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes in the 1880s. The card features a black and white photograph of actress Irene Duclos, who is seated in a chair and gazing away from the viewer. This trade card is a prime example of early 20th century advertising and ephemera. These cards are often collected by enthusiasts of vintage advertising, as well as those interested in the history of theatre and entertainment.
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