Lady S. Churchill, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-7) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1880s

"Lady S. Churchill" is a carte-de-visite photograph from the 1880s, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes. The image, featuring a woman in a lace dress, exemplifies the popularity of these collectible cards during the late 19th century. Though likely not a work of high art, it offers a glimpse into the fashion and social trends of the period. This particular card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, stands as a testament to the influence of commercial advertising on the art world.