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

"Thrush," a lithograph from the "Song Birds of the World" series, is a colorful depiction of a thrush perched on a branch. Created in 1890 by Allen & Ginter as a trade card for their cigarettes, the artwork showcases the bird's intricate plumage and natural setting. The card's reverse features an advertisement for "Richmond Straight Cut No 1 Cigarettes" and exemplifies the popular use of trade cards in the late 19th century for promoting commercial products. Today, this piece is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.