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

This is a trade card from the *Actors and Actresses* series, produced by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891 to promote Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card depicts actress Alice Hart, posed in a theatrical costume, seated on a chair, in a studio portrait style. The image is a small, black and white photograph, printed on a thin card, characteristic of the time. The card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, NY. These trade cards were a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, often featuring images of famous actors, actresses, and other notable figures.