Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes" is a 19th-century trade card created by Allen & Ginter. This particular card features a bust-length portrait of actress Genie Jerome, depicted in profile. The card's small size and simple design are characteristic of the era's trade cards, which were often used as advertisements for various products. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this card, which was part of a larger series of trade cards featuring actors and actresses. The image's simple composition and focus on the subject are characteristic of portrait photography of the time, highlighting the popularity of this photographic genre in the 19th century.