Marie Burroughs in Swedish Costume as a Married Woman of Hardanger, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes by W. Duke, Sons & Co.

Marie Burroughs in Swedish Costume as a Married Woman of Hardanger, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1889

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toned paper

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19th century

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This chromolithograph from the *Actors and Actresses, First Series* set, produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. for Duke brand cigarettes between 1888 and 1889, depicts actress Marie Burroughs in traditional Swedish costume. The card showcases Burroughs as a married woman from the Hardanger region of Norway, highlighting her in an elaborate headdress and ornate jewelry. This collectible card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, provides a glimpse into the fashion and cultural traditions of the late 19th century.

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