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

This chromolithograph, "Raven" from the "Birds of America" series, was created by Allen & Ginter in 1888 for their cigarette cards. The artwork features a detailed illustration of a raven perched on a rock, with a background of stylized flowers and mountains. The card, measuring 2 7/8 x 3 1/4 inches, was part of a larger series promoting Allen & Ginter's "Richmond Straight Cut No. 1" cigarettes. The image reflects the aesthetic of late 19th-century natural history illustrations, capturing the bird's intricate details and the overall beauty of nature. The card is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.