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

This chromolithograph, created by Allen & Ginter in 1890 as part of their "Song Birds of the World" series, depicts a Bell Bird perched on a branch. The card, originally included in a pack of Allen & Ginter cigarettes, features the bird's distinctive white plumage and black crest, as well as a detailed illustration of one of its feathers. The artwork exemplifies the popularity of bird illustrations in the late 19th century, fueled by a growing interest in natural history and the emerging field of ornithology.