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

This carte de visite, a popular photographic format in the 19th century, features Marie Chester, an actress and celebrity of the time. Created by Allen & Ginter, the image was part of a series promoting "Little Beauties" cigarettes for their brand of tobacco products. The photograph, with its detailed portrait and elegant framing, reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the era. This card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the world of Victorian entertainment and advertising.