McClellan, 2nd Base, Brooklyn, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887 - 1890

"McClellan, 2nd Base, Brooklyn" is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, produced by Goodwin & Company between 1887 and 1890. It features a black and white photograph of a baseball player, identified as McClellan, in his uniform, positioned in a defensive stance on the field. The card exemplifies the popularity of baseball and the rise of commercialized sports memorabilia in the late 19th century. As part of a cigarette card set, the image is a testament to the intertwining of tobacco advertising and sports culture in American history. This card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a glimpse into the early days of professional baseball, capturing the essence of the game and the personalities who played it.