Nellie Rosebud, from the Actresses series (N245) issued by Kinney Brothers to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes 1890

"Nellie Rosebud" is a cabinet card from the "Actresses" series, produced in 1890 by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company to promote Sweet Caporal Cigarettes. The photograph, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, features a posed portrait of actress Nellie Rosebud. The image captures her in a light-colored dress, holding a pose with an outstretched arm and a slight smile. These cabinet cards were popular promotional items in the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the world of popular culture and the burgeoning advertising industry.