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

This photograph is part of a series of trading cards produced by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The image features Nellie McHenry, an actress, standing in a fashionable outfit, likely a costume from one of her performances. The card is part of a series of such cards promoting the brand and featuring famous actresses of the late 19th century. These cards are an excellent resource for researching theatrical history, as they provide a glimpse into the popular culture of the time. The card, printed in 1890, is a fine example of early American advertising through trading cards.