Card 346, Kate Forsyth, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This is a trade card, a type of advertisement, from the "Actors and Actresses" series produced by Allen & Ginter in Richmond, Virginia, between 1885 and 1891. The card features Kate Forsyth, an actress of the late 19th century. Trade cards were popular marketing tools during this era, and this particular series aimed to promote Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The card’s design reflects the photographic style of the period, featuring a portrait of Forsyth dressed in the fashion of the day. The card is a fascinating example of the intersection of art, commerce, and popular culture in the late 19th century.