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

"Miss Myrame" is a trade card from the "Actresses" series issued by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The card depicts two women in theatrical costumes, likely actresses, posing in a theatrical setting. This card, along with the entire series, is an example of the use of "trade cards" in advertising, especially in the late 19th century. These collectible cards were often designed to be both eye-catching and informative, incorporating elements of visual art and text to appeal to consumers. This particular card, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlights the popular appeal of theater in the late 19th century and the use of attractive imagery to promote consumer products.