Golden Plover, from the Game Birds series (N13) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"Golden Plover," from the "Game Birds" series (N13) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, is a chromolithograph printed in 1889. The card features a detailed illustration of a Golden Plover bird, rendered in vibrant colors against a backdrop of a sunset over a landscape. The bird is depicted in profile, with its distinctive markings and elegant posture captured with precision. This card, along with the entire "Game Birds" series, was a popular collectible in its time, reflecting the growing interest in natural history and ornithology during the late 19th century. The design incorporates a decorative frame with stylized woodgrain, further enhancing its visual appeal.