Agnes Folsom as a Woman of Guimperle, from the set Actors and Actresses, Second Series (N71) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1890

"Agnes Folsom as a Woman of Guimperle" is a chromolithograph from the "Actors and Actresses" series of cigarette cards produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. between 1888 and 1890. The card depicts a woman in traditional Breton costume, featuring a white cap adorned with flowers and a colorful embroidered bodice. The card was likely intended to promote Duke brand cigarettes while also showcasing the diverse cultural attire of the time. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this small but intricately detailed artwork. This card exemplifies the use of chromolithography, a popular printing technique in the late 19th century, to create vivid colors and intricate details.