Sadie Martinot in Algerian Ancient Costume that is Still in Use, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

Sadie Martinot in Algerian Ancient Costume that is Still in Use, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1889

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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antique

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yellowing background

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print

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caricature

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coloured pencil

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coffee painting

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watercolour illustration

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warm toned green

This chromolithograph card features a portrait of Sadie Martinot in an Algerian costume. This card is part of the “Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70)” series, produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. for Duke brand cigarettes in the late 19th century. It depicts Martinot in a brightly colored costume, featuring a traditional Algerian hat and a distinctive patterned vest. The card's small size and detailed imagery are typical of the era's cigarette cards, intended as collectible trading cards.

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