New Zealand Parrot, from Birds of the Tropics series (N38) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

"New Zealand Parrot" is a chromolithograph from the "Birds of the Tropics" series of trade cards issued by Allen & Ginter in 1889. The card depicts a brightly colored parrot perched on a branch in a lush tropical setting. The card's design, with its elaborate borders and ornate typography, is characteristic of trade cards from this era. These cards, often included in packs of cigarettes, were highly sought after by collectors. "New Zealand Parrot" is a prime example of the vibrant and intricate imagery that made these trade cards so popular.