Michael Cornelius Dorgan, Right Field, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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parchment
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old engraving style
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baseball
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19th century
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men
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golden font
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athlete
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watercolor
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historical font
This 1887 baseball card from the *Old Judge* series features Michael Cornelius Dorgan, a player for the New York team. The card was produced by Goodwin & Company, a prominent publisher of trading cards in the late 19th century. It is a monochrome photograph of Dorgan standing with a bat in his hand, showcasing a popular form of advertising at the time. This card is a valuable artifact for baseball history enthusiasts and collectors, offering a glimpse into the early days of the sport.
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