Mlle. Pacurd, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 8) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891

"Mlle. Pacurd" is a carte de visite from the Actors and Actresses series of trading cards produced by Allen & Ginter for Virginia Brights Cigarettes. The series, which spanned from 1885 to 1891, featured images of popular actors and actresses of the day. These trading cards are a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century theater and popular culture. The sepia-toned photograph captures Mlle. Pacurd in a simple but elegant pose, providing a visual record of a theatrical figure from a bygone era. The card's small size and its connection to a commercial product highlight the role of ephemera in the history of visual culture.