Card Number 198, Dollie Haskin, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-5) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Cameo Cigarettes 1880s

This is a trade card from the 1880s featuring a portrait of Dollie Haskin, an actress, and was produced by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their brand of Cameo cigarettes. The card is part of a larger series showcasing actors and actresses, indicating the importance of celebrity endorsement in advertising during this period. The portrait is presented in a simple, straightforward manner, typical of the photography style of the time. The trade card serves as a reminder of the history of advertising and its reliance on popular culture to reach consumers.