Albatross, from the Birds of America series (N37) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

"Albatross," from the *Birds of America* series, is a colorful lithograph printed in 1888 by Allen & Ginter. Originally produced as a collectible card for Allen & Ginter cigarettes, this small-scale artwork features a detailed depiction of an albatross perched on a rock against a backdrop of a blue sky and sea. The card's right side features a vibrant floral design with red flowers and the company's advertisement for their "Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 Cigarettes." This card is a charming example of 19th-century chromolithographic printing, with its detailed imagery and bold colors.