James Henry O'Rourke, 3rd Base, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888
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This 1888 photographic print, part of the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards, features James Henry O'Rourke, a third baseman for the New York Giants. Created by Goodwin & Company, this image is a classic example of early baseball card design. It depicts O'Rourke standing with his bat in hand, ready for action. The card showcases the popularity of baseball during the late 19th century. "Old Judge" cards were distributed with Old Judge Cigarettes, making this a collectible and historic artifact of the American pastime. The card is now a part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.
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