Jack Fogarty, from the Celebrities and Prizefighters series (N174) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887 - 1888
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
# print
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old engraving style
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men
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watercolour illustration
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athlete
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watercolor
This is a trading card from the "Celebrities and Prizefighters" series created by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes, depicting Jack Fogarty, a famous boxer from the 1880s. The card, likely printed in 1887-1888, features a photo of Fogarty in a fighting pose, shirtless and wearing only trousers, showcasing the strength and athleticism associated with boxing. The card's small size, typical for trading cards of the period, made it a popular collectible for fans of the sport and a means of promoting Old Judge Cigarettes.
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