Annie Summerville, from the Actors and Actresses series (N171) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1886 - 1890

This carte de visite, part of the "Actors and Actresses" series, is a photographic portrait of the actress Annie Summerville, created by Goodwin & Company between 1886 and 1890. The image showcases Summerville in a simple pose, her gaze directed slightly upward, her features rendered with a degree of detail typical of the photographic process. This card was likely distributed as a promotional item for Old Judge Cigarettes, a popular brand of the late 19th century. The card is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, a testament to the cultural significance of these trading cards.