Mallard Duck, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888 - 1890

This chromolithograph, part of the “Game Birds” series produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette cards, features a detailed depiction of a mallard duck in flight. Created between 1888 and 1890, the card showcases the bird against a vibrant backdrop of a marsh with hunters in a boat in the distance, showcasing the duck’s natural habitat. The colorful illustration, characteristic of the late 19th-century chromolithographic printing technique, emphasizes the bird's plumage and flight dynamics, making it a visually engaging piece for collectors and natural history enthusiasts.