Plate 33, from the Fans of the Period series (N7) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This is a chromolithograph trading card from the "Fans of the Period" series by Allen & Ginter, printed in 1889. The image depicts a fashionable woman with a large, intricately decorated fan, a popular accessory in the late 19th century. This series, printed on the back of Allen & Ginter cigarette cards, showcases various fans, highlighting the different styles and designs prevalent in the era. The card's bright colors and detailed illustration are characteristic of the chromolithography technique popular in the late 19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this collectible piece of advertising ephemera.