Card Number 47, Miss Patrice, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-6) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1880s

This trade card, part of the “Actors and Actresses” series, was created in the 1880s by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes. The card features a bust portrait of Miss Patrice, a popular actress of the time. The trade card uses a sepia tone for the image, creating a nostalgic and elegant feel. The card is a prime example of how cigarette companies utilized celebrity endorsements to promote their products in the late 19th century.