Pauline Hall, from World's Beauties, Series 1 (N26) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 trade card, titled "Pauline Hall", is part of the "World's Beauties" series created by Allen & Ginter as a promotional item for their cigarettes. The card features a bust-length portrait of a young woman with a delicate floral adornment. This print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fascinating example of the use of imagery in advertising during the late 19th century. These trade cards, often featuring beautiful women or engaging scenes, were collected by cigarette enthusiasts and are a unique piece of social history.