Lola Yberri, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Lola Yberri," a carte-de-visite photograph, was issued by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The photograph depicts Lola Yberri, a famous stage actress of the time, in a seated pose, wearing a stylish gown and a brooch. This collectible card, a popular form of promotional material in the late 19th century, reflects the connection between tobacco companies and the arts during the Gilded Age. The image, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, provides a glimpse into the visual culture and marketing trends of the era.