An image of Cy Williams hands gripping his bat. This is one of a series of Charles M. Conlon closeup studies. Conlon’s handwritten notes on back state “The pose of the natural born hitter, he permits his fingers to rest lightly on the club, without strain, until he starts his swing.”

Cy Williams, Conlon grip study c. 1918
Cy Williams, Philadelphia Phillies
Photographer/AgencyCharles M. ConlonImage Datec. 1918Print DateOriginal print c. 1918Notes/Stampings on ReverseConlon's handwritten notesLocationUndeterminedDimensions5 x 8 in.MediumPhotograph - gelatin silver printProvenanceUnknownStatusRetained in The Chapman Deadball CollectionShare