Groom, Washington, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company 1909 - 1911
americantobaccocompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
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portrait
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drawing
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caricature
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baseball
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portrait reference
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men
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animal drawing portrait
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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cartoon style
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athlete
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portrait art
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portrait character photography
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fine art portrait
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celebrity portrait
This 1909-1911 baseball card, part of the "White Border" series, is a colorful and detailed depiction of professional baseball player "Groom" in his Washington Senators uniform. The card, printed by the American Tobacco Company, is a prime example of early 20th-century baseball card design, utilizing vibrant colors and a simple portrait style to showcase the athlete. These cards were highly sought after by collectors and fans alike, serving as a tangible representation of the sport's growing popularity.
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