Grace Raven, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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toned paper
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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charcoal drawing
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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men
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Grace Raven, from the Actresses series (N203)" is a 1889 cabinet card portrait by William S. Kimball & Company featuring the actress Grace Raven. The image presents Raven in a simple pose, showcasing her face and upper body, with a hint of fur at the neckline. Cabinet cards, popular in the late 19th century, were often used for advertising or as keepsakes. This portrait, part of a series of cards promoting Wm. S. Kimball & Co.’s cigarettes, exemplifies this trend, offering a glimpse into the marketing strategies of the era and the burgeoning popularity of tobacco products.
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