Helmar “This Great Game” Card #68 – Ferris Fain (Philadelphia Athletics)

This vivid Helmar art card portrays Ferris Fain of the Philadelphia Athletics in a crisp batting stance, his focused gaze set against a bold geometric backdrop of red and blue. The composition evokes both the modernism of postwar America and the sharp discipline of a hitter renowned for his selective eye. The artist’s clean lines and rich palette bring to life Fain’s confident presence at the plate, blending realism with timeless stylization.

Ferris Fain (1918–2001) was one of the finest contact hitters of the early 1950s, capturing back-to-back American League batting titles in 1951 and 1952. Known for his remarkable on-base percentage and sharp fielding at first base, Fain was a five-time All-Star who combined patience, precision, and grit. His disciplined approach and competitive spirit made him a key figure for the Philadelphia Athletics and later the Chicago White Sox and Detroit Tigers.

Helmar’s “This Great Game” series celebrates baseball’s enduring artistry through hand-painted imagery that echoes the elegance of classic gum cards. Printed on heavy stock with softly aged borders, each card captures the warmth and authenticity of America’s favorite pastime through meticulous craft and nostalgic design.

Original gouache painting by Sanjay Verma.