Miss Baker, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
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drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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photo restoration
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charcoal drawing
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charcoal art
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pencil drawing
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men
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Miss Baker" is a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. This sepia-toned card features a bust-length portrait of Miss Baker, a performer, in a striped costume, showcasing the fashion and entertainment trends of the late 19th century. The card’s small size, typical of the era's trade cards, makes it a unique artifact of advertising and popular culture.
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