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

This is a cabinet card from the *From the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes* collection, created by Allen & Ginter between 1885 and 1891. The card features a sepia-toned photograph of an unidentified actress, likely posed for the Virginia Brights cigarette company. The portrait showcases a young woman in a light dress, sitting on a rock, holding a hat in her hands. The card was printed as a promotional piece, showcasing the cigarette company's connection to popular entertainment and the growing trend of collecting trading cards. This particular cabinet card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.