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

This chromolithograph, part of the "Quadrupeds" series, was printed in 1890 by Allen & Ginter as a collectible card for their Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 cigarettes. The card features a detailed depiction of a musk ox in a natural setting with a hunter aiming his rifle in the background. The card's design is characteristic of the late 19th century's fascination with natural history and the growing popularity of collecting trading cards. The image, though small, exhibits impressive detail in its depiction of both the animal and its habitat, making it a valuable example of natural history illustration from this era.