Ryan, Right Field, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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yellowing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
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old engraving style
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baseball
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historical photography
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old-timey
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19th century
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men
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golden font
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athlete
"Ryan, Right Field, Chicago" is a baseball card from the "Old Judge" series, produced by Goodwin & Company in 1887 to promote Old Judge Cigarettes. The photograph depicts a baseball player in a batting stance, holding a bat and facing a ball in the air. This card is a prime example of early baseball memorabilia, showcasing the popularity of the sport in the late 19th century.
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