Buckley, Catcher, Indianapolis, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887 - 1890

This 19th-century photographic card from the "Old Judge" series depicts a baseball player, Buckley, in a catcher's stance. The image, produced by Goodwin & Company, is a collectible trading card and features the player in a jersey with "Indianapolis" printed across the chest. This small-format card was created to advertise Old Judge Cigarettes and is a great example of how early baseball cards were used for marketing purposes. The card's simple, direct composition, showcasing the player in a dramatic pose, reflects the era's style of sports photography.