Emily Bancker, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This black and white photograph, part of the *Actors and Actresses* series, is a portrait of actress Emily Bancker. The *Actors and Actresses* series was created by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, and was distributed as trade cards. The series captures the glamour and popularity of late 19th-century stage performers in the United States. The photograph showcases Emily Bancker's delicate features and the fashionable attire of the era. This particular card is a small, but well-preserved example of a collectible piece of theatrical history.