Paul Cook, Catcher, Louisville Colonels, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph by Goodwin & Company depicts Paul Cook, a catcher for the Louisville Colonels, a baseball team in the American Association, which was a rival league to the National League. It is part of the "Old Judge" series of trading cards produced by Goodwin & Company for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card shows Cook in a typical catcher’s pose, with his glove and mask visible and his throwing arm outstretched. These cards, also known as baseball cards, were popular among collectors during the late 19th century and are valuable collectibles today.