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

This is a trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes, featuring actress Lilly Baretter. This type of card was popular in the late 19th century as a promotional tool for the tobacco company. The card is a black and white photograph depicting Baretter seated in an outdoor setting, likely in a theatrical pose. The card is a small, 2 3/4 x 1 3/8 in. sheet, and is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City.