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

"Miss Oswald" is a cabinet card from the "Actresses" series of trading cards produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The image features a woman in a black dress, likely an actress named Miss Oswald, posing with a finger to her lips. Cabinet cards were a popular format in the late 19th century, often showcasing portraits of famous individuals. This particular card exemplifies the trend of using collectible cards to promote products. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this piece in its collection.