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

"Miss Renwick" is a trade card from the "Actresses" series produced by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card features a photograph of a woman, likely an actress, standing against a textured background. The image shows a woman wearing a gown covered by a sheer patterned shawl. This photograph is a typical example of the trade cards used by tobacco companies in the late 19th century to advertise their products. Trade cards were often given away with purchases and frequently featured images of celebrities, actresses, and other notable figures. The image of Miss Renwick, despite being small, offers insight into the marketing strategies of the time.