Elephant, from Quadrupeds series (N41) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

"Elephant" is a chromolithograph from the "Quadrupeds" series, produced by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand in 1890. This trade card, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a large elephant in a jungle setting, its trunk curled upwards. The colorful image, characteristic of chromolithography, was likely intended to appeal to the general public, who were drawn to exotic animals and imagery. This card is an example of the "trade card" genre, a popular promotional tool in the late 19th century.