Mlle. Debray, Paris, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Gypsy Queen Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

"Mlle. Debray, Paris" is a carte-de-visite portrait by Goodwin & Company, created between 1886 and 1890. This small-scale photograph, measuring just 6.9 x 3.5 cm, was part of a larger series featuring actors and actresses, produced for the Gypsy Queen Cigarettes brand. The image showcases Mlle. Debray, a Parisian performer, in a semi-formal pose, wearing a dark coat and a lace scarf. The image's simplicity and intimate scale, characteristic of the carte-de-visite format, allowed for mass production and distribution, making these collectible cards popular during the late 19th century.