Warren William "Hick" Carpenter, 3rd Base, Cincinnati, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 "Old Judge" baseball card, produced by Goodwin & Company, features Warren William "Hick" Carpenter, a third baseman for the Cincinnati Reds. The card depicts Carpenter in a dynamic pose, sliding into home plate. The card's simple yet detailed composition, typical of the "Old Judge" series, emphasizes the action and athleticism of the subject. The card, part of a popular series of cigarette cards featuring prominent baseball players of the era, exemplifies the historical connection between sports and tobacco advertising in the late 19th century. This card, measuring 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.