Sun Bittern, from Birds of the Tropics series (N38) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, part of the "Birds of the Tropics" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1889, depicts a Sun Bittern. The card was issued as a collectible trade card for Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 Cigarettes. The image, characteristic of chromolithographic style, presents the bird in a naturalistic setting, showcasing its vibrant plumage and elongated neck. This card, along with others in the series, provides a glimpse into late 19th-century natural history illustration and the use of trade cards as marketing tools.