Daly, Billiards, from the Goodwin Champion series for Old Judge and Gypsy Queen Cigarettes 1888

This is a cigarette card from the Goodwin Champion series for Old Judge and Gypsy Queen Cigarettes, featuring billiards champion, Daly. The card was created in 1888 by Goodwin & Company and is a prime example of trade card advertising. The portrait of Daly is accompanied by billiard cues and balls, symbolizing his sporting prowess. The image is meant to appeal to both smokers and sports enthusiasts of the time, utilizing the popularity of the sport to increase the appeal of the cigarette brands. This card is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.