Otter, from the Wild Animals of the World series (N25) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

Otter, from the Wild Animals of the World series (N25) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

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possibly oil pastel

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oil painting

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acrylic on canvas

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coloured pencil

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animal portrait

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animal drawing portrait

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watercolour illustration

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botanical art

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warm toned green

"Otter" is a lithograph from the "Wild Animals of the World" series, created in 1888 by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette cards. The card depicts an otter in a natural setting, with its head and shoulders visible in the foreground, while a bird sits in the background, suggesting the otter's environment. This type of card was popular in the late 19th century, and the series would have been distributed with packs of cigarettes. The card is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcasing its historical and artistic significance.

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