Blanche Querrette, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This is a cabinet card from the Actresses series, featuring Blanche Querrette, a popular actress of the late 19th century. Created by William S. Kimball & Co. in 1889, the card features a head-and-shoulders portrait of Querrette, likely taken from a larger studio photograph. These cards, popular in the late 19th century, were often used for advertising, with the company's name and "Cigarettes" clearly printed below the image. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this historical artifact, showcasing the life and work of a popular actress of the time.