Sanders, Pitcher, Philadelphia, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This black and white photograph, part of the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series, features baseball pitcher "Sanders, P. Philadelphia" in a dynamic pose, mid-pitch. Created by Goodwin & Company in 1888, this card is an example of the popular late 19th-century trend of using sports figures to promote products. The card, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the visual culture of the time, depicting a recognizable figure from the burgeoning world of American baseball.