Card Number 252, Sadie Cortelyou, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-2) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes 1880s

This is a trade card from the 1880s featuring Sadie Cortelyou, an actress of the era. The card was issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co., to promote their Cross Cut Cigarettes. The card features a portrait of Cortelyou, dressed in a theatrical costume. Trade cards were a common form of advertising in the 19th century, and this example showcases the use of celebrity endorsements to promote products. The card provides a glimpse into the world of late 19th-century entertainment and advertising, showcasing a popular actress of the day, Sadie Cortelyou.