Houdan Cock, from the Prize and Game Chickens series (N20) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1891

"Houdan Cock" is a chromolithograph from the "Prize and Game Chickens" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1891. This card is part of a series of trade cards issued by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand. The card features a detailed illustration of a Houdan rooster, showcasing its distinctive feathered crest and five-toed feet. This card, like others in the series, highlights the company's interest in naturalism and scientific documentation. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.