Oliver Wendell "Patsy" Tebeau, 3rd Base, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This is a cabinet card from the *Old Judge* series of baseball cards, created in 1888 by Goodwin & Company to promote Old Judge Cigarettes. The card features Oliver Wendell "Patsy" Tebeau, a third baseman for the Chicago White Stockings, in a posed action shot, showcasing his athleticism and the popular sport of baseball. The card highlights the late 19th century's growing interest in baseball and the use of trading cards as a form of marketing. The artwork serves as a valuable historical artifact documenting the early days of professional baseball and the evolving world of advertising.