William H. "Dad" Clarke, Pitcher, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card features William H. "Dad" Clarke, a pitcher for the Chicago White Stockings. The sepia-toned photograph, part of the "Old Judge" series, captures Clarke in a classic baseball pose, holding a bat in his right hand. The card was created by Goodwin & Company as part of a promotional campaign for Old Judge Cigarettes. The card's simple yet striking design is typical of the era, with a focus on the player's image and a minimal amount of text. This collectible is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.