White-Tailed Wildebeest, from the Animals of the World series (T180), issued by Abdul Cigarettes 1881

This chromolithograph, part of the Animals of the World series issued by Abdul Cigarettes in 1881, depicts a white-tailed wildebeest. The image showcases the animal's distinctive white tail, contrasting with its brown body, and its prominent, curved horns. The artist, Abdul Cigarettes, captures the wildebeest's muscular form and lively pose in a detailed and realistic style. This card, measuring 1 5/8 × 2 3/4 in. (4.2 × 7 cm), is a prime example of the popular trend of incorporating educational and entertaining content into commercial products during the late 19th century. Today, it is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.