James H. "Jim" Manning, Shortstop, Kansas City Cowboys, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph by Goodwin & Company is part of the Old Judge series of baseball cards, produced for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card features James H. "Jim" Manning, shortstop for the Kansas City Cowboys, in a dynamic pose, bending at the waist and looking towards the viewer. This type of card was popular in the late 19th century and is a testament to the growing popularity of baseball as a national pastime. The card's design features a simple yet effective composition and uses a brown-toned palette to create a sense of realism. The inscription on the card identifies Manning's position and team, and the bottom of the card indicates the copyright information and the name of the card company. The card is currently on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.