Christy Mathewson – Plaid Splendor, 1916 – The Chapman Deadball Collection

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Christy Mathewson – Plaid Splendor, 1916

Matty modeling his purple plaid uniform which was only used in 1916. This uniform was probably one of the most distinctive looks seen in baseball history.

1916-1920 Images, Christy Mathewson, Collections, Hall of Famers, New York Giants, Photographs, Photos published in Baseball Photography of the Deadball Era, Players, Teams

Christy Mathewson, New York Giants

Photographer/AgencyUnknownImage Date1916Print DateOriginal print c. 1916Notes/Stampings on ReverseLater Keystone stampsCard/Publication UsePublished in Baseball Photography of the Deadball EraLocationPolo Grounds in New York CityDimensions3.25 x 4.5 in.MediumPhotograph - gelatin silver printProvenanceUnknownStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare