William F. "Billy" Klusman, 2nd Base, Denver, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This 1889 baseball card, part of the “Old Judge” series, features William F. "Billy" Klusman, a second baseman for the Denver team. The card, a photograph printed by Goodwin & Company, depicts Klusman in a fielding pose, capturing the dynamic action of the sport. The small size of the card, 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, was common for the time period, intended for inclusion in cigarette packs. The card is now held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, highlighting its historical significance and cultural relevance.