Flying Fish, from the Fish from American Waters series (N8) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

"Flying Fish" is a chromolithograph from the "Fish from American Waters" series, created in 1889 by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand. This card, part of a larger set, features a detailed illustration of a flying fish in mid-flight, with its fins extended. The artist uses a vibrant palette of colors and intricate details to depict the fish's scales and fins, highlighting the natural beauty of this unique creature. The card, measuring just 1 1/2 x 2 3/4 inches, is a testament to the popularity of natural history illustrations during the late 19th century, and its presence in the Metropolitan Museum of Art attests to its significance within the art world.