unusual / unique photo two women experimenting with "smokless" powder black history in half of a case

in half of a case (missing cover)

Heather burgundy is 60% cotton/40% polyester

The original seals are flaking but appear to be intact and not tampered with

Original seals still hold an iron sheet to the back of the image

Shipping: Boxed and insured Priority Mail

unusual / unique photo two women experimenting with "smokless" powder black history in half of a caseGreat original circa 1900 photo showing two young women, one holding a mirror up as the other applies what I assume is talcum face powder written on the negative is "Experimenting with Smokless Powder". Back is blank. Dimensions are 5 1 4" x 6 1 4". Very good or excellent antique condition.