Triggerfish, from Fish from American Waters series (N39) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1889

"Triggerfish" is a chromolithograph from the "Fish from American Waters" series created by Allen & Ginter in 1889. The card depicts a detailed illustration of a triggerfish in its natural habitat, surrounded by aquatic plants and a small crab. These cards were originally included in packages of Allen & Ginter cigarettes, and this example is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City. The artwork's simple, straightforward style exemplifies the popular trend of natural history illustrations in the late 19th century.