Danny Richardson, 2nd Base, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

"Danny Richardson, 2nd Base, New York," is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, created by Goodwin & Company in 1888. The card depicts Danny Richardson, a second baseman for the New York Giants, in a posed stance, holding a bat. This black and white photograph, printed on a small card, exemplifies the *carte de visite* style popular in the late 19th century. The card's typography and design, characteristic of trade cards, highlight the brand "Old Judge Cigarettes" and the company that produced it, showcasing the commercial nature of these early baseball collectibles. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, and its historical significance lies in its representation of early baseball card collecting and the evolution of advertising strategies in the late 19th century.