CARTE DE VISITE OF AMERICAN ACTRESS CHARLOTTE CUSHMAN, PHOTOGRAPHED BY WARREN STUDIOS
Boston: Warren, 1860s. Original document. Three-quarters-length sepiatone image of Cushman in a dark dress, embroidered bodice, and necklace made of chain. On the verso is printed: "Warren's, 289 Washington Street, Boston, Mass. Under the Superintendence of Mr. S.B. Heald." Written in light pencil is "Cushman" [not an authentic signature]. Very Good. Item #040328
Cushman (1816-1876) was an American stage actress whose "voice was noted for its full contralto register, and she was able to play both male and female parts" (Wikipedia).
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