Jack Burke, from the Celebrities and Prizefighters series (N174) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887 - 1888

"Jack Burke, from the Celebrities and Prizefighters series (N174) for Old Judge Cigarettes" is a black and white photograph created by Goodwin & Company in 1887-1888. Part of a larger series of trading cards featuring famous people and prizefighters, the image depicts Jack Burke, a renowned boxer, in a fighting stance. This collectible card, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the burgeoning popularity of boxing during the late 19th century.