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

This is a trade card from the "Actors and Actresses" series created by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes between 1885 and 1891. The card features a sepia-toned photograph of Jennie Lowell, an actress from the late 19th century, sitting with a relaxed pose on a rocky ledge. She is wearing a fashionable outfit of the era with a jacket, blouse, and short pants. The card is a testament to the early forms of advertising and its connection to the world of entertainment. You can see this card at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.