Thomas P. "Oyster" Burns, Shortstop, Brooklyn, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 photograph, part of the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series, features the Brooklyn baseball player Thomas P. "Oyster" Burns. Created by the photography firm Goodwin & Company of New York, the image captures Burns in a dynamic pose, throwing a ball. This type of card was popular in the late 19th century, as baseball was becoming a national pastime. The image showcases the growing interest in sports and the evolving role of photography in capturing these moments of athleticism.