Miss Lang, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

"Miss Lang, from the Actors and Actresses series" is a trade card created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes. The card, which dates from 1890-1895, features a photograph of Miss Lang, an actress, in a formal pose. The image is a simple, straightforward portrait that likely aimed to connect the Duke brand with the popular entertainment industry and appeal to consumers. The card exemplifies a popular form of advertising from the late 19th century using the emerging medium of photography to showcase their product. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses the card, which measures 2 11/16 × 1 3/8 in. (6.8 × 3.5 cm).