Dell Darling, Champion Baseball Catcher, from the Champions of Games and Sports series (N184, Type 2) issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. 1887

This chromolithograph, part of the *Champions of Games and Sports* series, features Dell Darling, a champion baseball catcher, and was issued by W.S. Kimball & Co. in 1887. The card depicts Darling in a portrait at the top, while a small illustration below depicts a baseball game. The image showcases the popularity of baseball in the late 19th century and the emerging trend of collecting sports-related trading cards. These cards, often featuring prominent athletes, were distributed in packs of cigarettes or other products, becoming popular collectibles.