Richardson, 2nd Base, New York, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 photograph by Goodwin & Company is a portrait of Richardson, a baseball player for the New York team, from the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series. The image features Richardson in a striped uniform and a white cap, striking a dynamic pose as he prepares to field the ball. The photograph’s realistic detail and clear depiction of the player’s form showcase the photographic style of the late 19th century. This work is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.