Baldwin, Pitcher, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, created in 1887 by Goodwin & Company, which features a portrait of pitcher Charles “Cap” Anson Baldwin, who played for the Chicago White Stockings. The card's portrait is set against a simple backdrop, likely a studio, which focuses the viewer on Baldwin in his team uniform. It is a fine example of *carte de visite*, a popular photographic format of the 19th century, showcasing the growing popularity of baseball and its star players.