Lillian Kennedy, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

This is a black and white photograph of actress Lillian Kennedy, a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Duke Cigarettes between 1890 and 1895. The card features a portrait of Kennedy in a theatrical costume, capturing her in a playful pose with her hands outstretched. The image, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the popularity of trading cards in the late 19th century and provides a glimpse into the world of early American theater.