Rock Ptarmigan, from the Game Birds series (N13) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands 1889

This chromolithograph, "Rock Ptarmigan", from the "Game Birds" series, was created by Allen & Ginter in 1889. The artwork features a detailed illustration of a rock ptarmigan, a type of grouse, set against a backdrop of a rocky landscape. It is one of a series of cards that were included in packages of Allen & Ginter cigarettes. The artwork's vibrant colors and intricate details capture the beauty and realism of the bird, showcasing the artistic skills of the time and the popularity of nature-themed imagery in late 19th-century American culture. The card is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.