Carrie Behr, Corsair Co., from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 6) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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wedding photograph
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photo restoration
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film poster
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historical photography
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portrait reference
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strong emotion
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framed image
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19th century
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men
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advertising for male clothe
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celebrity portrait
"Carrie Behr, Corsair Co." is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a bust-length portrait of actress Carrie Behr, known for her work with the Corsair Company, in a simple black dress with ornate embroidery. The card is a prime example of 19th-century trade card art, using portraiture to advertise a product while showcasing a popular figure of the time. The card is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
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