Miss Livingston, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Gypsy Queen Cigarettes 1886 - 1890
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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photo restoration
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old engraving style
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film poster
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historical photography
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portrait reference
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old-timey
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yellow element
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19th century
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men
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golden font
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word imagery
"Miss Livingston, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Gypsy Queen Cigarettes," is a trade card featuring a bust-length portrait of the actress Miss Livingston. Produced by Goodwin & Company in New York between 1886 and 1890, this card was part of a larger set promoting Gypsy Queen Cigarettes. The image, rendered in a classic black-and-white format, captures Miss Livingston's captivating gaze, likely intended to attract attention to the brand. This card is a fascinating glimpse into the world of late 19th-century advertising and the burgeoning popularity of cigarettes.
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