Lotta Meredith, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

This 1890 carte de visite, part of the Actresses series produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, features the renowned American actress Lotta Crabtree. The image depicts Crabtree in a theatrical costume, showcasing her signature stage presence and embodying the captivating spirit of a celebrated performer. This photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the use of trade cards as a promotional tool during the late 19th century.