T.C. Burns, 3rd Base, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This black and white photograph, part of the "Old Judge" series of baseball cards, depicts T.C. Burns, third baseman for the Chicago White Stockings. The card was created by Goodwin & Company, a New York-based company, in 1887 and is a prime example of the burgeoning popularity of baseball cards in the late 19th century. The card features Burns holding a bat, with the Chicago baseball team logo and the Old Judge Cigarettes logo prominently displayed, reflecting the use of trading cards as marketing tools. The image is a valuable historical document for fans of baseball history and collectors of vintage sports memorabilia.