Miss Cozzoi, from the Actresses series (N203) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1889

This 1889 photograph by William S. Kimball & Company depicts a woman, presumably the actress Miss Cozzoi, in a theatrical costume. The image is part of a series of trade cards promoting Cozzoi Cigarettes. The image is a small, but detailed, portrayal of the actress in a whimsical, perhaps playful, pose with an elaborate costume. The image, although small, offers a glimpse into the world of late-19th-century advertising and theatrical culture. The card is a fine example of the trend of using celebrity endorsements to promote consumer goods.