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

This is a collectible trading card from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card, dating back to 1885-1891, depicts a portrait of actress, Leila Farrell. Printed in black and white, the card features a bust-length image of Farrell looking to the right, wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat adorned with feathers. The card is a classic example of 19th-century trade card advertising and is now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.