White Border Collection (#2)

Williams, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Powell, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Waddell, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Stone, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

McAleese, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Pelty, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Lake, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Jones, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Howell, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Hoffman, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Graham, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Ferris, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Dineen, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Demmitt, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Thomas, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Criss, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Criger, St. Louis, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Delehanty, Washington, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Portriat Sir Horace Vere Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt (workshop of)
Portriat of Sir Horace Vere, Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt (workshop of), c. 1615 - 1633, Black, marbled profile frame, marbled profile frame with narrow, gilt edge on the side

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"Exploring the Timeless Beauty of White Border: From Kandinsky's Art to Vintage Baseball Cards" Step into a world where white borders transcend time and art forms. In 1913, Kandinsky mesmerized audiences with his masterpiece "White, " a canvas that embraced simplicity and purity. Fast forward to the early 20th century, when Sunday Sketches captured moments in black and white, their edges adorned with elegant white borders. But it wasn't just in the realm of art that this trend thrived. Aristide Bruant's iconic Les Ambassadeurs poster from 1892 showcased its subject against a striking white border backdrop, adding depth and focus to the image. And then came the White Border series (T206) for American baseball cards - Keeler, Kleinow, Knight, Hemphill - all immortalized within these timeless frames. These vintage baseball cards transported fans back to an era when America's favorite pastime was captured on cardboard squares with meticulous attention to detail. The crispness of each player's portrait was heightened by the stark contrast between their uniforms and the surrounding white border. In New York City during those days, legends like Ford, Engle, Elberfeld took center stage as they proudly represented their team in stunning black-and-white photographs framed by none other than the iconic white border series (T206). These images became cherished mementos for fans who marveled at both their heroes' skills and the artistic presentation of these collectibles. The allure of white borders lies not only in their aesthetic appeal but also in how they elevate every subject they embrace. Whether it be abstract art or vintage baseball cards capturing moments frozen in time – there is something captivating about this simple yet powerful framing technique. So let us celebrate these glimpses into history where artists like Kandinsky pushed boundaries with "White, " while collectors treasured rare gems from T206's White Border series.