Brent Goose, from the Game Birds series (N40) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888 - 1890

"Brent Goose," from the "Game Birds" series, is a chromolithograph trading card created by Allen & Ginter for their Richmond Straight Cut No. 1 Cigarettes. This card, produced between 1888 and 1890, showcases a detailed illustration of a Brent Goose in flight against a backdrop of a lake and mountains. The card's lower portion features a cozy interior scene with a fireplace, rocking chair, and hunting paraphernalia, alluding to the bird's use as a game animal. This collectible card is a testament to the popularity of birdwatching and natural history in the late 19th century.