Sullivan, Left Field, Chicago, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 photograph, "Sullivan, Left Field, Chicago," from the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series, is a classic example of a trading card featuring a baseball player. Goodwin & Company, the renowned card manufacturers, captured Sullivan in a dynamic pose, bat in hand, ready to swing. The photograph's simplicity, with a backdrop of buildings and a single ball in the air, highlights Sullivan's athleticism and prowess on the field. The card's dimensions are 6 1/2 x 4 3/8 in. (16.5 x 11.1 cm), making it a collectible piece for both baseball and trading card enthusiasts. The card is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.