Card Number 75, Sadie Martinot, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-1) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cross Cut Cigarettes 1880s

This trade card, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, features Sadie Martinot, a well-known actress of the 1880s. The card, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Cross Cut Cigarettes, showcases a black and white portrait of Martinot in profile. The card's modest size, common in this type of advertising, reflects the practice of collecting and sharing these cards. The card's simple design and direct portrayal of Martinot contribute to its nostalgic charm. It serves as a glimpse into 19th-century theatrical culture and the popular appeal of trade cards.