Miss Desoms, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

"Miss Desoms, from the Actresses series" (1889) is a cabinet card portrait by William S. Kimball & Company, depicting actress Miss Desoms. The image, part of a series of trading cards featuring actresses, was likely produced to promote Wm. S. Kimball & Co. cigarettes. The card features a close-up portrait of Miss Desoms, posed in a theatrical costume and against a blurred backdrop suggesting a natural setting. This piece is a prime example of 19th-century photographic portraiture and trade card design, showcasing the popularity of collectible cards and the growing significance of advertising in the late 19th century.