Zampa, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-3) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes 1880s

"Zampa" is a carte de visite, a type of photograph that was popular in the 19th century, featuring a woman dressed in an elaborate costume. This particular carte de visite was part of a series of promotional cards produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co., a prominent tobacco company, to advertise their "Cross Cut Cigarettes". The image was likely intended to attract a male audience, capitalizing on the popular culture of the time. These cards were widely distributed and remain a fascinating glimpse into the marketing practices of the era.