Plate 19, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This chromolithograph, "Plate 19, from the Fans of the Period series (N7)" was created by Allen & Ginter in 1889 as a trade card for their cigarette brand. The card features a woman in a fashionable late 19th-century outfit, holding a large, decorated fan, a popular accessory of the time. The image was printed as part of a series of cards issued by Allen & Ginter, a prominent American tobacco company, to promote their cigarette products. These cards are highly sought after by collectors today for their historical and aesthetic value. This small, colorful card offers a glimpse into the fashion and social culture of the late 19th century in the United States.