Joseph Brook "Joe" Gunson, Catcher, Kansas City Cowboys, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This is a baseball card featuring "Joe" Gunson, a catcher for the Kansas City Cowboys. The card was created by Goodwin & Company in 1888 as part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes. The image shows Gunson in a catching pose, wearing his Kansas City uniform, with a baseball in his hand. The card is a prime example of "trade card" advertising from the late 19th century, which was often used to promote products by depicting popular personalities or events. This card, with its unique design and historic content, provides a glimpse into the world of 19th-century baseball and advertising.