M'lle Geraldine, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"M'lle Geraldine" is a trade card from the *Actors and Actresses* series created by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card features a black and white photograph of M'lle Geraldine, a performer of the time, holding a sword. The trade card, printed between 1885 and 1891, is a classic example of the cigarette card trend, with a simple, direct style that effectively portrays the performer. The card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the history of theatre and the cultural impact of advertising in the late 19th century.