Hiram "Hi" C. Ebright, Catcher, Washington Nationals, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 card, part of the “Old Judge” series, is a black and white photograph of Hiram C. Ebright, a catcher for the Washington Nationals. This series of cards was issued by Goodwin & Co. for Old Judge Cigarettes, and featured portraits of famous baseball players of the time. The card shows Ebright in a baseball uniform, holding a ball and in a catching pose. The image is a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City. The artwork provides a glimpse into the history of baseball and the culture surrounding the sport in the late 19th century. The card's small dimensions of 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches (6.9 x 3.5 cm) showcase the compact format of these collectible trading cards.