Josie Hall, from the Actresses series (N190) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889
williamskimballcompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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wedding photograph
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photo restoration
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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old-timey
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19th century
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men
This is a cigarette card from the "Actresses" series, featuring actress Josie Hall. The card was printed by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. in 1889 as part of a marketing campaign for their cigarettes. The card is a simple black-and-white portrait with a plain background, highlighting Hall's face, hair, and necklace. Cigarette cards, like this one, were a popular collectible item in the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of famous people.
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