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

This is a trade card featuring actress Alma Stanley, part of a series created by Allen & Ginter to promote their "Little Beauties" brand of cigarettes. Produced in 1887, the card showcases a bust-length portrait of Stanley, likely from a photographic source. She is dressed in a fur-trimmed garment and wears a fur hat, a fashionable look for the time. The card's simple design and focus on a single individual reflect the popularity of these collectible cards during the late 19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this artifact, a glimpse into the advertising and entertainment trends of the era.