Lily Elton, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

"Lily Elton, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes," is a sepia-toned photograph of the actress Lily Elton by Goodwin & Company, produced between 1886 and 1890. The image captures Elton seated on a ledge with a building in the background, suggestive of an outdoor setting. This collectible card was part of a series of trading cards featuring actors and actresses, created as a promotional item by Old Judge Cigarettes. The card, measuring just over 2 inches tall, showcases the popularity of tobacco cards in the late 19th century.