Toadfish, from Fish from American Waters series (N39) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

"Toadfish" is a chromolithograph from the "Fish from American Waters" series, created by Allen & Ginter in 1889. It is one of many colorful cards that were included in packs of Allen & Ginter cigarettes. The artwork depicts a toadfish with a realistic style against a light blue backdrop. The lower portion of the card shows a small sailboat and a man paddling a canoe in the water, creating a sense of tranquility and connection to nature. These cards were popular collectibles and provided a glimpse into the diversity of fish found in American waters. The card is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.