Mockingbird, from the Birds of America series (N37) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes by Allen & Ginter

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

drawing, print

drawing

circular oval feature

decorative element

egg art

print

bird

retro 'vintage design

wood background

pattern background

earthenware

woody background

cartoon carciture

cartoon theme

"Mockingbird" is a trade card from the "Birds of America" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1888 to promote their Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 cigarettes. This chromolithograph card features a detailed depiction of a mockingbird perched on a branch with pink blossoms. The card, which measures 7.3 x 8.3 cm, is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcasing the artistic and historical significance of trade cards.