Handball, from the Games and Sports series (N165) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1889

This chromolithograph, part of the "Games and Sports" series for Old Judge Cigarettes, depicts a game of handball, a popular sport in the late 19th century. The artwork by Goodwin & Company, a firm known for its illustrations, showcases two players in action on a field, with a house and trees in the background. The card's design, typical of the era, utilizes bright colors and detailed depictions of the scene, making it a valuable glimpse into recreational activities of the time. This card, "Handball," is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, and is a prime example of chromolithographic advertising cards, which were often collected and traded.