Red Bird of Paradise, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"Red Bird of Paradise," from the "Birds of the Tropics" series for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, is a chromolithograph created in 1889. The artwork, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a vibrantly colored Red Bird of Paradise perched on a branch. The bird's striking red plumage and intricate details are depicted with impressive accuracy, capturing the beauty and exoticism of this tropical species. The piece reflects the popularity of natural history illustrations in the late 19th century, often used in advertising and collectible card sets like this one.