Mlle. Shery, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Mlle. Shery, from the Actresses series" is a black and white photograph from 1890, created by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. It depicts a portrait of a woman, possibly an actress, named Mlle. Shery, in a theatrical pose. The image is a trade card, a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, often featuring images of celebrities or other compelling subjects. This particular card highlights the popularity of tobacco products and the burgeoning entertainment industry of the era. The image is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, NY.