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

"Miss Italio" is a black and white photograph from the "Actresses" series created by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The photograph, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a woman in a lacy black dress, posing with her back turned towards the viewer. The image is a trade card, produced by the company to advertise their brand of cigarettes. These cards were popular in the late 19th century and often featured images of famous actresses, singers, and other celebrities. The use of a celebrity endorsement, or the association with a figure of authority, was a common marketing tactic for tobacco companies during this period.