Mlle. Tennings, Paris, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

This carte-de-visite photograph from the "Actors and Actresses" series, produced by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes, features Mlle. Tennings, a performer in Paris. The image captures her in a theatrical costume, standing in a simple, possibly outdoor setting. This series, created between 1886 and 1890, represents a popular trend of using collectible trading cards to advertise products. The photograph's small size and the inclusion of the cigarette brand name on the card highlight its connection to commercialism and the growing popularity of cigarette smoking.