Lottie Williams, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890
kinneybrotherstobaccocompany
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light pencil work
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This monochrome photograph, titled "Lottie Williams," is a promotional card from the "Actresses" series produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890. The image features a portrait of actress Lottie Williams, standing in a simple dress, her gaze directed downward. Part of a larger series featuring famous stage actresses, these cards were included in packs of Sweet Caporal cigarettes, showcasing the rising popularity of tobacco in the 19th century and offering a glimpse into the world of popular culture at the time.
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