William Byrd Page, Champion High Jumper, from the Champions of Games and Sports series (N184, Type 1) issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. by W.S. Kimball & Co.

William Byrd Page, Champion High Jumper, from the Champions of Games and Sports series (N184, Type 1) issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. 1887

drawing, print

drawing

toned paper

print

oil painting

portrait reference

coloured pencil

coffee painting

men

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

athlete

portrait art

watercolor

fine art portrait

This is a chromolithograph trading card featuring William Byrd Page, a champion high jumper, from the "Champions of Games and Sports" series produced by W.S. Kimball & Co. in 1887. This series of cards, intended to be included in cigarette packs, depicted prominent athletes of the era, showcasing the rising popularity of sports and physical activity. Page is depicted in a portrait style, with a smaller image of him performing a high jump behind his portrait. The card utilizes a bright color palette and a detailed illustration style typical of trade cards from this period.