Portrait of woman, from the Novelties series (N228, Type 1) issued by Kinney Bros. 1889

This charming portrait, from the "Novelties" series of trading cards, was printed by the Kinney Bros. Tobacco Company in 1889. The artwork depicts a woman with a gentle smile, her blonde hair styled in a fashionable updo. This miniature, part of a series of collectible cards, captures the essence of a charming portrait, reflecting the popular aesthetic of the late 19th century. This small-scale piece, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistic and cultural influence of tobacco cards in late 19th-century America.