c.1909 Hibberd V.B. Kline "Home!" Baseball Panoramic Chromolithograph

Large panoramic baseball chromolithograph titled "Home!" by noted American illustrator Hibberd V.B. Kline. Published by Close, Graham & Scully Inc. of New York during the golden age of American baseball, circa 1909. Kline produced a series of sporting chromolithographs for the publisher during this period, including other documented baseball and football subjects. The unusually wide panoramic format, vibrant game action and early baseball subject matter create an impressive display. Displays with typical age related wear including vertical fold marks. Frame shows scuffs and wear. Marked "Hibberd V.B. Kline" and "C.G &S. Litho NY" at the lower right and "L135 Copyright 1910 by Close, Graham & Scully Inc. NY" at the lower left. Measures 15.5" H x 45.75" W.