Burdock, 2nd Base, Boston, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 baseball card, part of the "Old Judge" series, features a black and white photograph of "Burdock" a baseball player for the Boston team. Created by Goodwin & Company, the card is a classic example of 19th-century sports ephemera, capturing the excitement of the early days of professional baseball. The card's simple design and direct portrait style are characteristic of this era. This particular card is part of a collection owned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of these early sports cards.