Mlle. Thibault, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Mlle. Thibault" is a carte de visite photograph from the "Actors and Actresses" series by Allen & Ginter, created between 1885-1891. This series was produced by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, as a promotional tool for their Virginia Brights cigarettes. This particular card features a portrait of Mlle. Thibault, a performer. The image showcases her in a theatrical pose, emphasizing her attire and persona, typical of the popular genre of theatrical portraits of the late 19th century. The small dimensions of the card, measuring 2 5/8 x 1 1/2 inches, are characteristic of carte de visite photography. The image is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.