Jennie Prince, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

This carte de visite, created by Goodwin & Company, features a portrait of actress Jennie Prince. Part of a series of trading cards for Old Judge Cigarettes, the image showcases Prince in a theatrical costume, adorned with a pearl necklace and a headdress. The use of a simple backdrop and close-up composition emphasizes the subject’s face, highlighting her features and conveying her persona as a performer. This collectible card exemplifies the late 19th-century trend of using celebrity images for product promotion and serves as a valuable glimpse into the world of Victorian-era theatre.