Tomcod, from the Fish from American Waters series (N8) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"Tomcod" is a chromolithograph from the "Fish from American Waters" series, created by Allen & Ginter in 1889 as a collectible card for their cigarette brand. This series featured illustrations of various fish species found in North American waters. The card depicts a realistic portrayal of a tomcod, a type of cod, swimming in a light blue water background, showcasing the detailed scales and fins of the fish. These cards were popular collector's items in the late 19th century and are now sought-after by art enthusiasts and collectors of vintage ephemera.