Henry Miller as Spanish Peasant, from the set Actors and Actresses, Second Series (N71) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1890
wdukesonsco
themetropolitanmuseumofart
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photo restoration
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caricature
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men
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animal drawing portrait
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
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fine art portrait
This trade card, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, depicts Henry Miller, a famous actor, costumed as a Spanish peasant. The card was printed by W. Duke, Sons & Co., a tobacco company, to promote their Duke brand cigarettes. The image is a vivid and colorful depiction of Miller in traditional attire, including a red and black vest and a distinctive red hat with a gold tassel. This type of trade card was common in the late 19th century, used as a form of advertising and collectible items.
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