KILBANE, JOHNNY ORIGINAL GROUP ROOFTOP GYM PHOTOGRAPH

JO Sports Inc.

Regular price $100.00

HISTORY: John Patrick "Johnny" Kilbane (April 9, 1889 – May 31, 1957) was a featherweight boxer in the early part of the 20th century. He held the World Featherweight title from 1912 to 1923, the longest period in the division's history, having defended the title against four contenders during the reign. Statistical boxing website BoxRec lists Kilbane as the #2 ranked featherweight of all-time, while The Ring Magazine founder Nat Fleischer placed him at #5. The International Boxing Research Organization rates Kilbane as the 8th best featherweight ever. He was inducted into the Ring Magazine Hall of Fame in 1960 and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995. Offered here is an original, first generation photograph of Johnny Kilbane, taken during his boxing career at his training camp, a rooftop gym group photo.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation photograph of Johnny Kilbane, taken during his boxing career at his training camp, a rooftop gym group photo. Bold, clear image. Minor soiling on edge. Not torn. Creased at left side. 3 3/4" x 6 1/4."

Size: 3 3/4" x 6 1/4"

Condition: Very Good