Nanine Palmer as "What's the Ante," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This colorful lithograph, created in 1889 by W. Duke, Sons & Co., is part of a series of trading cards advertising Duke brand cigarettes. The image depicts Nanine Palmer in a playful, theatrical costume. Palmer is adorned with playing cards as a hat and holds a playing card in her hand, referencing the card game "What's the Ante." This work exemplifies the popularity of trading cards in the late 19th century, using a whimsical approach to engage customers with the brand. The card's small size, measuring 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 in., is typical of the format of the time.