Card 638, Louise Paullin, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 7) for Dixie Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a collectible trading card from the Actors and Actresses series, produced by Allen & Ginter for Dixie Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a black and white photograph of actress Louise Paullin, dressed in a theatrical costume, possibly for a stage production. The card is a prime example of the popular collectible cards of the late 19th century, often featuring images of famous personalities, and was likely given away with purchases of Dixie Cigarettes. It is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.