Cassowary, from Birds of the Tropics series (N38) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

"Cassowary" is a chromolithograph from the *Birds of the Tropics* series, a set of collectible cards produced in 1889 by Allen & Ginter, a tobacco company, to promote their Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 Cigarettes. The card depicts a cassowary, a large flightless bird native to New Guinea and northeastern Australia, standing on a beach with palm trees in the background. The vibrant colors and detailed illustration are typical of the chromolithography style popular in the late 19th century. Today, these cards are highly sought-after by collectors for their historical significance and artistic merit.