Floy Crowell, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

This 19th-century trade card, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, features Floy Crowell, a popular performer of the time, holding a banjo. Created by Allen & Ginter, a prominent tobacco company, the card was likely included in a pack of Virginia Brights cigarettes. The image, printed in brown tones, captures Crowell in a casual pose, suggesting a sense of intimacy and familiarity for the viewer. As a collectible, the card exemplifies the crossover of popular culture and commercial advertising of the era.