George F. Miller, Baseball Player, Catcher, Pittsburgh, from World's Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1888
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drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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aged paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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caricature
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yellow element
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men
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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athlete
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watercolor
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fine art portrait
This is a baseball card from the Allen & Ginter "World's Champions" series. It features a portrait of George F. Miller, a catcher for the Pittsburgh team in 1888. Printed on a small card, the image depicts Miller in a baseball uniform with the word "PITTSBURG" emblazoned across his chest. This card is a classic example of early baseball memorabilia, showcasing the popularity of the sport in the late 19th century. These cards were distributed as promotional items by Allen & Ginter, a prominent tobacco company, making them highly sought-after collectibles for baseball enthusiasts today.
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