Mlle. Lucie Gerard, 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 Mlle. Lucie Gerard, a performer in the late 19th century. The image, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co., is a trade card from a series promoting Duke Cigarettes. The card features a close-up portrait of the actress, whose ornate headdress and delicate features are highlighted against a plain background. This photograph, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the popular trend of using celebrity images in advertising during the late 19th century.