Marie Wright, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

This 1890 "trade card" features an image of actress Marie Wright. It was created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card, a prime example of advertising ephemera, is part of a series dedicated to popular actresses of the time. The photograph, likely posed in a studio setting, captures Marie Wright in a simple yet stylish outfit. Her relaxed posture and confident gaze are a testament to the charisma of this popular performer. The card is a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century advertising and theatre culture. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, NY.