TORRES, JOSE-WAYNE THORNTON ON SITE POSTER (1966-SIGNED BY LEROY NEIMAN)

On May 21, 1966 at Shea Stadium in Queens, New York world light heavyweight champion Jose Torres defended his title against Wayne Thornton. Torres put Thornton down twice in the first round en route to winning a unanimous 15 round decision. Offered here is an original, on site poster for this event which has been signed by artist LeRoy Neiman.
This is an original, cardboard, on site poster with LeRoy Neiman renditions of the fighters. Boldly signed in green pen, "From My Studio LeRoy Neiman." Tack holes in corners. Foxing in background. Not creased or torn. 9 1/4" x 15."