LAMOTTA, JAKE & ROCKY GRAZIANO ANTIQUE PHOTO (1947)

Jake La Motta was born on July 10, 1922 in Bronx, New York. He began his professional career on March 3, 1941. He won the World Middleweight Title on June 16, 1949 stopping Marcel Cerdan in 10 rounds. Posted career victories over Sugar Ray Robinson, Tommy Bell, Fritzie Zivic, Bob Satterfield and Laurent Dauthuille. His career mark was 83-19-4. Known as "The Bronx Bull" he will forever be remembered as the subject of the popular movie RAGING BULL. Presented here is an original, first generation photograph of Jake LaMotta with his brother Joey and Rocky Graziano at a restaurant. Signed by a third party singer and dated 2-26-47.
This is an original, first generation photograph. Bold, clear image. Signed by third part in ink. Minor edge and corner wear. One mild crease. Light surface wear. Rare, candid shot of the two New York based fighters. 7 1/2" x 10."