Miss Albain, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

"Miss Albain" is a black and white photograph from the "Actors and Actresses" series, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Duke Cigarettes. The portrait features Miss Albain, a performer, in a theatrical pose. The image is printed on a card, likely intended to be included in a cigarette pack, making it a popular example of trade card advertising from the late 19th century. The small size and focus on the subject highlight the trend of ephemera used for product promotion during this era.