Elephant, from the Wild Animals of the World series (N25) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

This chromolithograph card, titled "Elephant," is part of the "Wild Animals of the World" series published by Allen & Ginter, a prominent American tobacco company, in 1888. The card features a close-up portrait of an elephant against a background of stylized foliage. The intricate details of the elephant's skin, its large ear, and its long, curved tusk are depicted with striking realism. This card, along with others in the series, were included as collectible inserts in packs of Allen & Ginter cigarettes. These cards represent a fascinating intersection of natural history illustration, consumerism, and the burgeoning field of chromolithography.