Pixie and Dido, from the Actresses and Celebrities series (N60, Type 2) promoting Little Beauties Cigarettes for Allen & Ginter brand tobacco products 1887

This 1887 photograph, titled "Pixie and Dido," is part of the "Actresses and Celebrities" series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter to promote their "Little Beauties" brand of cigarettes. The black and white image features two young girls, likely actresses or performers, posing with dolls. The card is a prime example of the popular Victorian-era practice of using collectible cards to advertise products and promote popular figures. These collectible cards were often traded and exchanged, making them a valuable form of early mass media.