Bebe Brinda, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, photography, collotype
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portrait
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19th century
"Bebe Brinda" is a black and white photograph from the "Actors and Actresses" series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a bust portrait of the actress Bebe Brinda, showcasing her long, dark hair and a somber expression. This collectible card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is an example of the popular Victorian-era practice of using celebrity images to promote commercial products.
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