Actress wearing military costume, from Stars of the Stage, Second Series (N130) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

Actress wearing military costume, from Stars of the Stage, Second Series (N130) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1891

drawing, print

portrait

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

antique

print

traditional media

coloured pencil

19th century

men

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

cartoon carciture

watercolor

This chromolithograph, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. in 1891, depicts an actress in a military costume. It is part of the "Stars of the Stage" series of trade cards, produced by the tobacco company to promote their Honest Long Cut tobacco brand. The card features a detailed illustration of the actress, showcasing her attire with vivid colors and intricate details. The image's style is characteristic of the late 19th century, with a focus on realism and attention to fashion trends. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this collectible piece.