Charlie Reynolds, Catcher, Brooklyn, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

"Charlie Reynolds, Catcher, Brooklyn" is a cabinet card photograph from the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series, created by Goodwin & Company in 1887. This series of cards, popular in the late 19th century, featured portraits of famous baseball players and was intended to be included in cigarette packs as a promotional tool. Reynolds is pictured standing with his baseball bat and wearing a Brooklyn baseball uniform. The image captures the essence of early baseball with its focus on individual players and simple yet evocative photographic style.