Empress of Brazil, from World's Sovereigns series (N34) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 lithograph by Allen & Ginter depicts Empress Teresa Cristina of Brazil, a member of the House of Bourbon-Two Sicilies. The card was part of a larger series of "World's Sovereigns" trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, as a promotional item for their Richmond, Virginia cigarettes. It features the Empress in a simple yet elegant dress, a crown, and a pearl earring, making this a charming and historically relevant depiction of the Brazilian monarch. The card's ornate design and the use of vibrant color, characteristic of the time, contribute to its decorative appeal.