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

This black and white photograph, part of the "Actresses" series, features Zulah Williams, a prominent performer of the late 19th century. It was produced by Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company in 1890 as a collectible trading card to promote Sweet Caporal cigarettes. The image captures Williams in a theatrical pose, adorned in a richly ornamented costume, highlighting the popular culture of the time. The photograph is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.