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

"Cora Macy," from the Actresses series, is a carte-de-visite portrait by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company. Issued in 1890, the print is a promotional piece for Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The image depicts Cora Macy, a popular actress, in a close-up shot that highlights her facial features and hairstyle. The portrait's simple composition and realistic style are characteristic of the carte-de-visite format, which gained popularity in the mid-19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York houses the artwork.