Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes 1885 - 1891
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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aged paper
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wedding photograph
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photo restoration
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old engraving style
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historical photography
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portrait reference
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old-timey
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19th century
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men
"Genie Jerome, from the Actors and Actresses series (N45, Type 1) for Virginia Brights Cigarettes" is a collectible card featuring a black and white photograph of actress Genie Jerome. This card was produced as a promotional item by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, during the late 19th century. It showcases Jerome standing against a backdrop of a stormy sea, holding a shawl or wrap. This card, like many others in the series, is a valuable artifact for collectors interested in the history of both tobacco advertising and early American theatre.
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