Andrew J. "Andy" Cusick, 1st Base, Milwaukee, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888
goodwincompany
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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pencil drawn
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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vintage
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wedding photograph
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photo restoration
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old engraving style
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baseball
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archive photography
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historical photography
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old-timey
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19th century
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men
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athlete
This is a baseball card from the *Old Judge* series, produced by Goodwin & Company in 1888. It features Andrew J. "Andy" Cusick, a first baseman for the Milwaukee Brewers. The card depicts Cusick in a posed baseball stance, holding a bat, showcasing the popular sport of baseball in the late 19th century. The card, measuring 2 11/16 x 1 3/8 inches, is a prime example of early baseball card design, showcasing the evolution of collectible sports memorabilia. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection.
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