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HISTORY: Sam Mac Vea was born on May 17, 1884 in Texas. He began his career on April 12, 1902 with a knockout win over George Sullivan. He fought as a heavyweight during the early 1900's. During his career he fought Sam Langford, Harry Wills, Arthur Pelkey and Joe Jeannette among others. His last fight was a draw with Jeff Clark on August 2, 1921 finishing his career with a record of 65-16-12. Mac Vea died on December 23, 1921 at the age of 37.
Offered here is a very rare, original, large format photo of Sam McVea in full fight pose as he looked at the height of his career which he has boldly signed and inscribed in ink. Here, he lovingly dedicates a superb photo to the owner of the Pigalle cabaret, Bal Tabarin, which also organized boxing events. "A Souvenir from Mr. Sam Mac Vea to Monsieur a Boss Director Bal Tabarin, rue Victor Massé, Paris, November 1910".
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, large format, mounted photograph. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Mild surface wear. MacVea dedicates a superb photo to the owner of the Pigalle cabaret Bal Tabarin, which also organized boxing events. A Souvenir from Mr. Sam Mac Vea to Monsieur a Boss Director Bal Tabarin, rue Victor Massé, Paris, November 1910". Signed in fountain pen ink. 16" x 19 1/2."
The finest signed Sam Mac Vea photo we have seen.
