Citron, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1891

"Citron," a colorful lithograph from Allen & Ginter's 1891 "Fruits" series, depicts a young chef preparing citron. The image, likely intended for a cigarette card, showcases the fruit's use in baking, with the chef cutting slices and placing them in a bowl of batter. The illustration's vibrant colors and playful depiction of the young chef make this artwork a charming example of late 19th-century commercial illustration and food imagery. The "Fruits" series was likely popular with collectors, showcasing the various fruits used in food preparation and baking at the time.