From the Actresses series (N57) promoting Our Little Beauties Cigarettes for Allen & Ginter brand tobacco products 1890

This is a trade card from the "From the Actresses series" (N57) by Allen & Ginter, promoting "Our Little Beauties" cigarettes for the Allen & Ginter brand tobacco products. Printed in 1890, this card features a black and white image of a woman in a theatrical costume, most likely an actress. The card exemplifies the marketing strategies of the late 19th century, using the image of a popular actress to promote the brand's products. The card is a small-format lithograph, measuring 2 7/8 x 1 1/2 inches, and is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.