Christy Mathewson – Conlon Tuxedo Tobacco pose, 1912

Christy Mathewson – Conlon Tuxedo Tobacco pose, 1912

1- Photographs, American Press Association, Charles M. Conlon, Christy Mathewson, Hall of Famers, Photographers, Photos published in Baseball Photography of the Deadball Era, Photos used for CardsSeptember 9, 2020

Iconic Christy Mathewson pose that was the basis for the Tuxedo tobacco ads featuring Matty.

Here is a print ad from 1913, Tuxedo regularly used images of and endorsements from sports and entertainment stars of the day for their ads.

This photo was taken and stamped by Charles Conlon. It was published by the American Press Association as shown in this 1912 newspaper attributing it to the American Press Association..

This photo was also used for the Octber 25, 1913 front cover of the Police Gazette.

Matty Tuxedo tobacco

Matty Tuxedo pose

PhotographerCharles M. Conlon - issued by American Press AssociationYear1912Image Size5 x 6.25Item TypeVintage gelatin silver printAuthenticationPSA - Type 1Share

Christy Mathewson – Conlon Tuxedo Tobacco pose, 1912

Matty Tuxedo pose

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