Charles B. "Lady" Baldwin, Pitcher, Detroit Wolverines, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes, features Charles B. "Lady" Baldwin, a pitcher for the Detroit Wolverines. The black and white photograph, produced by Goodwin & Company, depicts Baldwin in a classic baseball pose, holding a bat with his arms crossed, showcasing his uniform and equipment. This card is an important piece of baseball history, capturing a snapshot of the sport in its early years. It's currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Baseball card, Old Judge, Charles Baldwin, Detroit Wolverines, Goodwin & Company, 1888, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.