M'lle Crery, from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

"M'lle Crery" is a cabinet card from the "Actors and Actresses" series, issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes, a popular brand in the late 19th century. The image, likely a photograph, depicts M'lle Crery, a performer, in a theatrical pose, likely wearing a costume, and features a simple composition with a light background, characteristic of cabinet card portraits. The image is a fine example of advertising using celebrity endorsements to appeal to consumers.