Java Grosbeak, from the Song Birds of the World series (N42) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

This chromolithograph, part of the "Song Birds of the World" series, was created by Allen & Ginter in 1890 as a trade card for their Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 cigarettes. It depicts a Java Grosbeak perched on a branch, with a smaller bird nestled in a nest to the right of the larger bird. The artwork features vibrant colors and detailed illustrations of the birds and their surroundings. The trade card was a popular form of advertising in the late 19th century, and these cards are now highly collectible, offering a glimpse into the history of ornithology and advertising.