Black Swan, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This lithograph, "Black Swan", is part of the "Birds of the Tropics" series created by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1889. The card features a black swan swimming in a body of water with reeds, with a sunset behind it. The intricate details of the water and the reeds are characteristic of the chromolithographic technique. The card was likely included in a pack of Allen & Ginter cigarettes, intended to be collected by consumers. This type of trade card was common in the late 19th century and became popular for promoting a variety of products. The card is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.