[Actress wearing ornate hat], from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

This is a black and white photograph of an actress wearing an ornate hat, from the *Actors and Actresses* series (N145-8) of cigarette cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes. The image was printed between 1890 and 1895 and is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The photo shows a close-up portrait of the actress, her face is the focal point, her gaze looking to the side, and the ornate hat, with many layers of fabric and flowers, is in the upper portion of the photograph. The actress wears a pearl necklace and is dressed in a patterned gown. The photograph is an example of early advertising and is a glimpse into the popular culture of the late 19th century.