Marchioness of Kildare, from World's Beauties, Series 1 (N26) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph, "Marchioness of Kildare," is part of the *World's Beauties* series produced by Allen & Ginter, a prominent cigarette company in Richmond, Virginia. The image depicts a woman with an elegant, almost wistful expression, her hair elaborately styled and her clothing suggesting the fashion of the late 19th century. These cards were popular collectibles in the late 1800s, often found in packs of Allen & Ginter cigarettes. Today, the "Marchioness of Kildare" is a treasured piece of both historical and artistic significance, now preserved at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.