Sour Sop, from the Fruits series (N12) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1891

This chromolithograph, "Sour Sop," is a trading card from the "Fruits" series produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1891. The card depicts a young woman in colorful attire holding a sour sop fruit. The woman's delicate features and the vibrant colors of the card create a charming and whimsical visual, characteristic of the aesthetic of the era. This card is a prime example of the use of botanical illustrations in advertising during the late 19th century. It is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.