Festive Green Parrot, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"Festive Green Parrot" is a chromolithograph from the "Birds of the Tropics" series created in 1889 by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brands. This colorful, detailed illustration showcases a vibrant green parrot perched on a branch, with a lush tropical backdrop featuring a cascading waterfall and a distant volcano. The card, measuring 2 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, was part of a popular series that aimed to educate smokers about the diverse bird species found in tropical regions. This artwork, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, represents the aesthetic and educational approach of late 19th-century commercial art, capturing the beauty of nature while promoting a commercial product.