William Ellsworth "Dummy" Hoy, Center Field, Washington Nationals, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

William Ellsworth "Dummy" Hoy, Center Field, Washington Nationals, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

drawing, print

portrait

photo of handprinted image

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

print

pencil sketch

baseball

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

pencil drawing

coloured pencil

men

watercolour illustration

athlete

watercolor

This 1888 "Old Judge" baseball card, featuring William Ellsworth "Dummy" Hoy, a deaf center fielder for the Washington Nationals, was produced by Goodwin & Company as part of their popular trading card series promoting Old Judge Cigarettes. The card showcases Hoy in a dynamic pose, catching a ball with his glove raised, making it a collectible piece for both baseball and sports card enthusiasts. The card's small size (6.9 x 3.5 cm) is typical of trading cards from that era, adding to its historical significance and charm.