Plate 39, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This chromolithograph card, part of the "Fans of the Period" series, was produced by Allen & Ginter in 1889 as a collectible advertisement for their cigarette brand. The card depicts a fashionable woman of the era holding a fan in front of her, dressed in a light blue gown and an elaborate hat with a large bow. This series, featuring various fans and fashionable women, was a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. The card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, offering a glimpse into the social and cultural trends of the late 19th century.