Nellie Standish, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Nellie Standish" is a carte-de-visite, a small photograph, from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. This series, part of the "trade card" genre, featured popular actors and actresses of the time. The photograph depicts Nellie Standish, a well-known stage actress, in a simple, elegant pose, highlighting her features and creating an intimate connection with the viewer. The image is now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.