May Waldron, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
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This is a portrait of May Waldron, an actress, from the "Actors and Actresses" series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The cards were distributed as premiums with cigarette packs between 1885 and 1891. The photograph features Waldron in a studio setting, with her head turned slightly to the side, gazing off into the distance. This collectible card is an example of the burgeoning popularity of tobacco cards in the late 19th century, providing a glimpse into the lives of famous personalities of the era.
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