Irene Verona Dressed as Castilian Peasant, Spain, from the set Actors and Actresses, Second Series (N71) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1890

"Irene Verona, Castilian Peasant, Spain" is a chromolithograph from the *Actors and Actresses, Second Series* set of trading cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co., for Duke brand cigarettes, from 1888 to 1890. The card features a portrait of Irene Verona dressed as a Castilian peasant, highlighting traditional Spanish clothing and accessories. The card is a testament to the popularity of trading cards as a marketing tool in the late 19th century and offers a glimpse into the cultural and fashion trends of the time. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.