Kate Claxton as Scotch Lassie, from the set Actors and Actresses, Second Series (N71) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1890

This chromolithograph card is part of a series created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Duke brand cigarettes. This particular card features Kate Claxton, a popular actress of the late 19th century, in the role of "Scotch Lassie". The card's vibrant colors and detailed illustration capture Claxton's likeness and evoke a sense of the theatrical era. These trading cards, while intended for commercial purposes, also offer a glimpse into the world of 19th-century theater and the personalities that graced the stage.