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John L. Sullivan Boxing Statue by Waagen (26” tall)
Certainly one of the most impressive boxing statues we've handled. Divinely detailed spitting image of the Great John L as a bare-knuckle brawler is bronze wash on spelter, and stands on an equally impressive base lined with scenes reminiscent of Roman mythology. He is wearing his early dress and with period sideburns. Artist's incised signature on base attributes the work to a well-known sculptor most famous for his work in the latter part of the century. His bronze works have sold at auction for as much as $15,000. It's easy to see why. His command of the human form is clearly evident in his treatment of the greatest pugilist's musculature. DaVinci would be impressed. Truly the work of a master; particularly impressive given its large size. Stop by our offices to see it in person if you possibly can. EX-MT.
Past Sports Card, Memorabilia, Non-Sports Card and Collecitble Auction Items
Other past auction items that may be of interest to you.
1966 Muhammad Ali-Cleveland Williams Fight Poster
Dempsey and Firpo Lithograph by George Bellows (1923-24)
John C. Heenan Presentation "Heenan v Sayers" Scrimshaw Shell (1860)
1926 Tunney vs. Dempsey Fight Program.
1887 John L. Sullivan Lorillard Card
Joe Louis WWII Mini Poster (7x10”)
Muhammad Ali Memorabilia & Autograph Collection (15)
