Guy Jackson Hecker, Pitcher, Louisville Colonels, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 trading card, part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes, features a portrait of Guy Jackson Hecker, a pitcher for the Louisville Colonels. The card is a black and white photograph, depicting Hecker in his baseball uniform, standing on a grassy field with a determined expression. The card, designed by Goodwin & Company, is a prime example of the collectible baseball cards produced in the late 19th century, representing a pivotal time in the sport's history. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.