Miller, Catcher, Pittsburgh, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes by Goodwin & Company

Miller, Catcher, Pittsburgh, from the series Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

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drawing, print, photography

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portrait

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drawing

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print

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photography

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historical photography

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portrait reference

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19th century

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men

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"Miller, Catcher, Pittsburgh," from the series "Old Judge Cigarettes" is a cabinet card photograph created by Goodwin & Company in 1887. The photograph features a baseball player, Miller, in a full-length pose, standing with a bat in his right hand. The photo is a classic example of the early days of baseball cards and is part of the "Old Judge Cigarettes" series. These cards were given away as promotional items with packs of Old Judge Cigarettes and were popular during the late 19th century. The image offers a glimpse into the history of baseball and is a valuable piece of sporting memorabilia.

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