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

This small-scale, black and white photograph is part of a series of trading cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Duke Cigarettes. It depicts Miss Tillbury, an actress of the time, in a simple pose, seated and gazing off to the side. The image, likely taken from a larger portrait, focuses on her upper body, showcasing her attire and facial expression. The cards were widely distributed and collected, becoming a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century. This particular card is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.