Ida Forrest, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. by William S. Kimball & Company

Ida Forrest, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

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portrait

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photo of handprinted image

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drawing

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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wedding photograph

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charcoal drawing

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19th century

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"Ida Forrest, from the Actresses series (N203)" is a trade card from the "Actresses" series produced by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889. This collectible card features a portrait of the actress Ida Forrest, known for her stage performances in the late 19th century. The card showcases Forrest in a theatrical costume, likely from a specific production, and reflects the popularity of actresses and the use of trade cards for advertising and collecting during this era. The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this small, yet significant piece of theatrical history.

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