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

This is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card features a portrait of Sadie Martinot, a popular actress of the late 19th century. It is a small, delicate card, typical of the era, with the image of the actress printed in sepia tones. The card is a prime example of the collectible nature of trade cards, which were often given out as promotional items by businesses.