Black-Breasted Red Game Hen, from the Prize and Game Chickens series (N20) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1891

This chromolithograph, "Black-Breasted Red Game Hen," was part of the *Prize and Game Chickens* series issued by Allen & Ginter Cigarettes in 1891. The artwork depicts a close-up of the titular fowl, standing on a tree stump with foliage surrounding it, creating a detailed and realistic representation of the bird. The image showcases the vibrant colors and fine details typical of chromolithography, a printing technique used in the late 19th century to reproduce images in multiple colors. These cards were distributed as trade cards, given away with Allen & Ginter cigarettes, and were popular collectibles during that period.