John Good "Long John" Reilly, 1st Base, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

John Good "Long John" Reilly, 1st Base, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

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portrait

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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baseball

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watercolour illustration

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This is a portrait of John "Long John" Reilly, a first baseman for the Cincinnati baseball team. Created by Goodwin & Company in 1888, this is one of a set of trading cards made for Old Judge Cigarettes. The image captures Reilly in a relaxed pose, holding a ball and wearing his Cincinnati uniform. The card features a simple design and is printed in black and white, a common style of the time. This image is a valuable piece of baseball history, offering a glimpse into the sport's early days.

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