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

"Kittie Mitchell" is a cabinet card from the "Actresses" series of trading cards produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card features a formal portrait of actress Kittie Mitchell. Cabinet cards were popular in the late 19th century and were often used to promote products or individuals. The image shows Mitchell standing in front of a backdrop, possibly a stage set. Her attire, posture, and overall presentation suggest that the image was likely intended to capture her persona as a stage actress. The card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, serves as a reminder of the intertwined histories of entertainment and tobacco advertising.