FITZSIMMONS, ROBERT-JAMES J.CORBETT ORIGINAL PRE FIGHT POSTER (1897)

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Heavyweight Champion James J. Corbett fought Bob Fitzsimmons on March 17, 1897 in Carson City, Nevada. This was a much anticipated fight which had been previously postponed. Fitzsimmons knocked Corbett out in the 14th round with a famous punch to the solar plexus to win the Heavyweight Championship of the World. Offered here is a very scarce prefight poster advertising returns for the fight in the Utica Globe.
This pre fight poster dates to 1897 just before the fight. It has color graphic depictions of the fighters. A paper poster which has been glued to border and professionally matted. Has a center crease which is evident. Crease in lower left corner. Minor spotting. Bold color. 11" x 17."

Size: 11 x 17

Condition: very good