Kate Davis, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter, a company known for their tobacco products. The card features Kate Davis, a popular actress from the late 19th century, and was likely distributed with packs of Virginia Brights cigarettes. The black and white photograph captures a posed portrait of Davis, showcasing her in a simple yet elegant attire of a dark sweater and a checked skirt, reflecting the fashion of the time. The card exemplifies the popularity of trading cards as promotional materials and provides a glimpse into the world of entertainment and advertising in the late 19th century.