Ellen Terry in European Costume from 1485-1510, from the set Actors and Actresses, First Series (N70) for Duke brand cigarettes 1888 - 1889

This 1888-1889 lithograph card from the *Actors and Actresses* series, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. as a collectible advertisement for Duke brand cigarettes, portrays Ellen Terry, a renowned English actress, in a European costume from 1485-1510. The card, featuring a close-up portrait of Terry, exemplifies the *trade card* genre, common during the late 19th century, using striking imagery to promote goods and engage consumers. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this small but intriguing artwork.