Lillian Harvey, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil drawing
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ink colored
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men
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pencil work
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watercolour illustration
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golden font
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watercolor
This cabinet card, titled "Lillian Harvey," is a part of the "Actresses" series issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. The image features actress Lillian Harvey in a seated pose, dressed in a white gown. The card itself is a common form of photographic reproduction in the 19th century, notable for its large size compared to the typical carte de visite. The card highlights the popularity of actresses and the emerging culture of celebrity in the late 19th century. The card's association with a cigarette brand, "Wm. S. Kimball & Co.'s Cigarettes," further emphasizes its role in promoting commercial products.
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