Ada Richmond, from the Actresses and Celebrities series (N60, Type 2) promoting Little Beauties Cigarettes for Allen & Ginter brand tobacco products 1887

This carte-de-visite, part of the Actresses and Celebrities series, features Ada Richmond, a performer in the late 19th century. Created by Allen & Ginter for their Little Beauties Cigarettes brand, the photograph is a typical example of a trade card, a promotional item used to advertise products. The card features a simple portrait of Richmond, highlighting her likeness and name to attract consumers to the brand's cigarettes. The image, likely taken from a larger photograph, showcases the popularity of collectible cards in the 1880s, further showcasing the importance of celebrity culture and advertising within the era.