Timothy John "Tim" Keefe, Pitcher, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 black and white photograph, part of the "Old Judge" series for Old Judge Cigarettes, depicts Tim Keefe, a pitcher for the New York baseball team. Created by Goodwin & Company, the image captures Keefe in mid-throw, his uniform and baseball cap clearly visible against a simple background. The photograph showcases the artistry of capturing action and personality in a small format, characteristic of the "Old Judge" series which aimed to promote the brand by featuring popular baseball players of the day. The card is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.