Card Number 32, Annie Robe, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-4) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cameo Cigarettes 1880s

This 1880s trade card, featuring actress Annie Robe, was issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Cameo Cigarettes. Part of the “Actors and Actresses” series, this card showcases a sepia-toned photograph of Robe in a dramatic pose, likely from a stage performance, emphasizing her white gown and the use of light to highlight her features. This collectible card reflects the growing popularity of tobacco products and the use of celebrity endorsements to boost sales during this era.