Maud Branscombe, from the Actresses and Celebrities series (N60, Type 2) promoting Little Beauties Cigarettes for Allen & Ginter brand tobacco products 1887

This carte de visite, a type of small photograph popular in the 19th century, features Maud Branscombe, an actress and celebrity. It was created by Allen & Ginter, a prominent tobacco company, as part of their "Actresses and Celebrities" series promoting "Little Beauties" cigarettes. The card's simple design, featuring Branscombe in a posed portrait, exemplifies the style of these promotional items, which aimed to attract customers through the association with famous figures. The image is a valuable glimpse into the world of theater and popular culture in the late 19th century.