Miss Wilson, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Miss Wilson" is a black and white photograph from the "Actresses" series, created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. This collectible card features a portrait of the actress Miss Wilson in a stage costume, likely from a theatrical production. The image, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, exemplifies the use of celebrity endorsements in advertising during the late 19th century. This small-format photograph, measuring just 2 1/2 × 1 7/16 inches, is a prime example of the "trade card" genre, showcasing the convergence of art and commerce.