Olga Vaughan, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a portrait of actress Olga Vaughan, dressed in a white lace shawl and polka-dot dress, captured in a black and white photograph. The card is a testament to the popularity of collectible trading cards during the late 19th century and provides a glimpse into the history of American theater. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this small-scale, charming artifact of the Victorian era.