Duckwing Game Fowl, from the Prize and Game Chickens series (N20) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1891
allenginter
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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toned paper
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water colours
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possibly oil pastel
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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botanical art
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watercolor
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warm toned green
This chromolithograph, "Duckwing Game Fowl," is part of the "Prize and Game Chickens" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1891. The artwork features a detailed depiction of a rooster with a striking green, gray, and orange plumage, standing on a grassy patch with a brick wall and a wooden structure in the background. These cards were originally distributed as trade cards for Allen & Ginter cigarettes, showcasing the diverse breeds of chickens. Today, the card is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offering a glimpse into the popular culture and aesthetic trends of the late 19th century.
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