Nathaniel P. "Nat" Hudson, Pitcher, St. Louis Browns, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This is a baseball card featuring Nathaniel P. "Nat" Hudson, a pitcher for the St. Louis Browns. The card was created by Goodwin & Company as part of their "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes, a popular brand in 1888. The card is a black and white photograph depicting Hudson in his uniform, in a pitching stance, with his right arm raised. The card is a typical example of late 19th-century sports ephemera, produced for promotional purposes and often featuring players' portraits. "Old Judge" cards are highly sought after by collectors, and this example is a prime piece from the history of baseball and early sports marketing.