Card Number 244, Josie Hall, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-7) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1880s

This is a trade card from the 1880s advertising Duke Cigarettes. It features a portrait of Josie Hall, an actress, and is part of a series of trade cards that were issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their product. The card is a prime example of trade card artistry, featuring a crisp portrait of Josie Hall with a simple background that highlights her striking features. These cards were widely circulated at the time and offer a fascinating glimpse into the history of advertising and tobacco culture in the 19th century.