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

"Striped Bass" is a chromolithograph from the "Fish from American Waters" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1889. The card, measuring 1 1/2 x 2 3/4 inches, features a detailed depiction of a striped bass against a pale blue background. The image showcases the fish's distinctive stripes and scales, a testament to the artistic skill employed in these early trading cards, which were often included in cigarette packs as a promotional item. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.