Tim Keefe, Pitcher, New York, from the Goodwin Champion series for Old Judge and Gypsy Queen Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 lithograph by Goodwin & Company is a baseball card from the "Goodwin Champion" series, produced for Old Judge and Gypsy Queen cigarettes. It features a portrait of Tim Keefe, a pitcher for the New York Giants. The card is part of a series that captures the excitement of the sport in the late 19th century. The card shows a close-up of Keefe's face, with a focus on his strong features. The simple design of the card, with its bold lettering and clear image, makes it easy to identify the player. The card is an example of the "trade card," a popular advertising format that included images of sports figures, actresses, and other popular subjects. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this small but powerful piece of American sporting history.