Mattie Rudisill, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

This is a portrait of Mattie Rudisill from the *Actors and Actresses* series of trading cards produced for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card was created by Goodwin & Company, a prominent New York-based printing and lithography firm, between 1886 and 1890. Rudisill is depicted in a theatrical costume, with a fur vest and beaded jewelry, possibly for a stage performance. The image, printed using a photographic process, exemplifies the popular culture and advertising trends of the late 19th century. This card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's extensive collection of ephemera.