Lottie Williams, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Lottie Williams" is a photographic card from the "Actresses" series created by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890. It features a portrait of actress Lottie Williams, known for her roles in the late 19th century. The card, part of a series promoting Sweet Caporal Cigarettes, depicts Williams in a posed setting, leaning against a piece of furniture. The sepia-toned photograph provides a glimpse into the aesthetic sensibilities of the period, reflecting the era's fascination with portraiture and theatrical performance. The card's small size, measuring 2 1/2 × 1 7/16 inches, suggests its intended purpose as a collectible item for cigarette smokers, highlighting the intersection of advertising and visual culture in the late 19th century. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.