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

"Fräulein Klein" is a small, sepia-toned photograph from the *Actors and Actresses* series, created by Allen & Ginter as a promotional item for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The image, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, depicts an unnamed actress wearing a large bonnet and a light-colored blouse. These trade cards, often featuring famous performers of the day, were popular in the late 19th century and served as a form of early celebrity marketing.