Gustave Louis "Gus" Klopf, Pitcher, St. Joseph Clay Eaters, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This is a black and white photograph from the *Old Judge* series of baseball cards, featuring the player Gus Klopf of the St. Joseph Clay Eaters. Created in 1888 by Goodwin & Company of New York, this card showcases Klopf in a pitching pose, emphasizing his athletic form. The image is a classic example of early baseball card photography and is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. This type of card was distributed with *Old Judge* brand cigarettes and exemplifies the early relationship between sports and advertising.