Francis John "Frank" Fennelly, Shortstop, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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baseball
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charcoal drawing
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possibly oil pastel
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charcoal art
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pencil drawing
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underpainting
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men
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watercolour illustration
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athlete
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watercolor
This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, produced by Goodwin & Company in 1888. The card features Frank Fennelly, a shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds. The image depicts Fennelly in a mid-game action pose, showcasing the card's dedication to capturing the excitement of baseball. *Old Judge* cards are sought-after by collectors due to their historical significance and the iconic imagery of baseball players from the late 19th century. The card is part of a collection of 19th-century sports cards at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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