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

This 19th-century carte-de-visite features actress Vina Glover and was part of a series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, to promote their Virginia Brights cigarettes. The sepia-toned photograph, measuring 2 3/4 x 1 3/8 inches, depicts Glover in a simple, yet elegant, dress, likely a popular style for women of the time. The image captures a brief but intimate moment, highlighting Glover's poise and presence. The card is a valuable artifact for historians and collectors interested in the intersection of popular culture and advertising in the late 19th century.