Millie Barnett, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This is a trade card, a form of advertising, produced by William S. Kimball & Company in 1889. Featuring an image of actress Millie Barnett, it promotes "Millie Barnett Cigarettes." The card is part of the Actresses series, which likely included other prominent figures of the day. The photograph, with its sepia tones and a focus on Barnett's pose and attire, provides insight into the style and culture of late 19th-century America, highlighting the popularity of tobacco products and celebrity endorsements. This trade card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a historical artifact reflecting the intersection of entertainment, advertising, and consumer culture.