Duke Baltz 1975

"Duke Baltz" is a black and white photographic print from 1975 by Mike Mandel. It is part of a series of baseball card-like photographs depicting individuals with their names printed in bold, mimicking the style of a baseball card. The photograph captures a man in a baseball cap and jacket, standing outdoors holding a baseball glove, creating a sense of casualness and familiarity. The artist, Mike Mandel, is known for his conceptual approach to photography, often exploring themes of identity, representation, and the nature of image-making. This work exemplifies Mandel's interest in exploring the commonplace and elevating everyday objects and figures to artistic significance.