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

"Litta," from the "Actresses" series is a black and white photograph produced in 1890 by the Kinney Brothers Tobacco Company, known for their collectible cigarette cards. This particular card, part of a set featuring famous stage actresses, depicts Litta, a popular performer of the time, in a casual pose, wearing a hat and light-colored clothing. "Litta," now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a small, intimate portrayal of a prominent figure in 19th-century entertainment, serving as a snapshot of the era's popular culture.