Schreiber's Hummingbird, from Birds of the Tropics series (N38) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

"Schreiber's Hummingbird" is a chromolithograph from the "Birds of the Tropics" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1889 for their brand of cigarettes. This trade card features a detailed illustration of the hummingbird perched on a branch of a plant with pink flowers. The background features a tropical scene with palm trees and a small house. The card's advertising for Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 Cigarettes can be seen at the bottom of the card. These cards were popular collector's items in the late 19th century.