Polar Bear, from Quadrupeds series (N41) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1890

This chromolithograph, created in 1890 by Allen & Ginter, features a detailed depiction of a polar bear in its natural Arctic habitat. Part of the "Quadrupeds" series, this card was originally included in a pack of Allen & Ginter cigarettes. The image showcases the bear in a dramatic pose, with a distant ship and a figure in the background adding a sense of scale and the harshness of the environment. The use of vivid color and illustrative style makes this a charming example of 19th-century natural history imagery.