Diana, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This 1889 trade card depicts a woman in a flowing white dress, holding a bow and arrow, standing in a wooded landscape, likely meant to represent Diana, Roman goddess of the hunt. Created by Wm. S. Kimball & Co., this card is a piece of ephemera that likely served as an advertisement for their brand of cigarettes. It is one of a series of trade cards featuring actresses, and this one would have been distributed as a collectible, showcasing the company’s name and associating it with popular culture. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offering a glimpse into the marketing tactics of the late 19th century.