Ada Richmond, from World's Beauties, Series 2 (N27) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This is a chromolithograph trading card from the "World's Beauties" series, produced by Allen & Ginter in 1888. Featuring a portrait of Ada Richmond, the card is a prime example of the "cigarette card" genre, popular in the late 19th century. The card's design is simple, showcasing the subject in a profile view, with a focus on realistic detail and fine rendering of her features. The image is adorned with a pearl necklace and earrings, which add a touch of elegance to the composition. This card, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fascinating artifact of both the history of advertising and the social history of the late 19th century.