Linda Farian, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

This cabinet card, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, features Linda Farian, a prominent actress of the late 19th century. Created by Goodwin & Company, a renowned New York-based photography studio, the image captures Farian in a theatrical pose, leaning against a wall with a confident expression. This piece, a prime example of the carte de visite format, showcases the artistic and social prominence of the era's leading stage performers. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's acquisition of this small yet captivating photograph highlights its enduring value as a cultural artifact.