Wood Warbler, from the Birds of America series (N37) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888

"Wood Warbler" is a chromolithograph from the "Birds of America" series printed for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes in 1888. The card depicts a bright yellow Wood Warbler perched on a branch with a background of a lake, houses and foliage, all framed by a latticework pattern with pink flowers, a common design element in these trade cards. This series of bird cards was distributed with cigarette packs as a collectible for customers. The colorful depiction of the bird was likely intended to appeal to a broad audience and promote Allen & Ginter's cigarette brand. The card measures 2 7/8 x 3 1/4 inches and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.