African Flamingo, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"African Flamingo" is a chromolithograph from the "Birds of the Tropics" series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, published in 1889. The artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a vibrant flamingo in a naturalistic setting. The flamingo, rendered in bright pink with a contrasting black beak and legs, stands with a graceful curve in a shallow body of water, showcasing Allen & Ginter's meticulous attention to detail and illustrative style. The small format of the card suggests it was intended for personal collection, adding to its historical and cultural value.