LOUIS, JOE-MAX SCHMELING I LARGE FORMAT ORIGINAL PHOTO (1936)

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Regular price $275.00

On June 19, 1936 Joe Louis fought former World Heavyweight Champion Max Schmeling at Yankee Stadium in New York. Louis was undefeated in 23 fights coming into this fight. Schmeling had won three straight. Both men were trying to get a shot at the World Heavyweight Title. In this fight it was all Schmeling. Max used an effective right hand and stopped Louis in the 12th round. Presented here is an original large format photograph depicting a jubilant Max Schmeling and his corner celebrating at the conclusion of the fight.
An 11" x 14" original photograph mounted on board. One small stain in lower left. Minor edge and surface wear. Extremely rare image, particularly in this size.

Size: 11 x 14

Condition: excellent