Card Number 48, Leslie Chester, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-4) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cameo Cigarettes 1880s

This is a trade card from the 1880s featuring actress Leslie Chester. The card was issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their brand of cigarettes, Cameo. The card showcases a profile portrait of Chester, with her hair styled in an elaborate updo and a delicate lace collar. The portrait style reflects the conventions of the time and captures Chester's likeness. These trade cards were popular in the late 19th century, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art houses this piece as a testament to the history of advertising and the cultural significance of collectible trading cards.