Pinkney, 3rd Base, Brooklyn, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 photograph by Goodwin & Company is part of the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards, created to promote Old Judge Cigarettes. The image depicts Pinkney, a third baseman for the Brooklyn team, holding a bat in a relaxed pose. The photograph captures the popularity of baseball in the late 19th century, and its use as a promotional tool for commercial products. The card's small size, measuring only 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, was typical of the era, and is a reminder of the evolving nature of visual media and advertising.