Christy Mathewson in his distinctive 1916 New York Giants purple plaid uniform. This photo was take in the Polo Grounds in New York.
Here is a full version of shot that has been blocked to achieve a shot similar to our image above.
Christy Mathewson – Looking Natty, 1916
Christy Mathewson, New York Giants
Photographer/AgencyUnderwood & UnderwoodImage Date1916Print DateOriginal print c. 1916Notes/Stampings on ReverseUnderwood stampLocationPolo Grounds in New York CityDimensions6.5 x 8.5 in.MediumPhotograph - gelatin silver printProvenanceUnknownStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare