Zebu, from the Quadrupeds series (N21) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

"Zebu," from the "Quadrupeds" series, is a chromolithograph card produced by Allen & Ginter in 1890. The card features a detailed illustration of a Zebu, a type of domesticated cattle native to the Indian subcontinent. The Zebu is depicted in profile, standing against a backdrop of palm trees and a small building. The card is a prime example of the "trade card" genre, which was popular in the late 19th century. These cards, often featuring illustrations of animals, plants, or historical figures, were distributed by businesses as a form of advertising.