Beaver, from the Quadrupeds series (N21) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

This chromolithograph, “Beaver” from the *Quadrupeds* series, was created by the Allen & Ginter company in 1890. It was designed as a trading card for their brand of cigarettes, and is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. The image depicts a brown beaver with a flattened tail, sitting on branches by a body of water. The realistic depiction of the beaver showcases the artistic style of the 19th century, utilizing detailed engravings and vibrant colors to capture the animal's morphology.