Card Number 24, cut-out from banner advertising the Opera Gloves series (G29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1885 - 1895

"Card Number 24, cut-out from banner advertising the Opera Gloves series (G29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes" is a trade card from the late 19th century. The card depicts a woman’s face wearing a large, red hat and green scarf. The image is held in the palm of a gloved hand, likely to promote Allen & Ginter’s Opera Gloves brand. This card is one of many produced by Allen & Ginter as a promotional campaign. Trade cards were popular during this period, functioning as an early form of advertising. These small, collectible cards often featured images related to the company's products, sometimes including portraits, scenes of daily life, or even educational information. The card's vivid colors and detailed illustrations highlight the artistry involved in trade card production, making them an interesting area of study for collectors and art enthusiasts.