Isabelle Irving as "The Little Housewife," from the series Fancy Dress Ball Costumes (N73) for Duke brand cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, part of the "Fancy Dress Ball Costumes" series for Duke brand cigarettes, depicts Isabelle Irving as "The Little Housewife". Created in 1889 by W. Duke, Sons & Co., the card features Irving in a whimsical costume, with a red pincushion hat adorned with needles, pins, and a pair of scissors. This playful image captures the Victorian fascination with fashion and domesticity, and reflects the widespread popularity of collectible cigarette cards during this period.