DEMPSEY, JACK LARGE FORMAT PHOTOGRAPH (CIRCA 1925)

Jack Dempsey was born on June 24, 1895 in Manassa, Colorado. He defeated Jess Willard on July 4, 1919 to win the World Heavyweight Title and held the title until September 23, 1926 when he lost to Gene Tunney. Dempsey announced his retirement in February of 1928 with a final record of 64-6-9 with 49 KO's. Presented here is an original, large format Apeda studio photo of Jack Dempsey in period dress as champion circa 1925.
This large format photo measures 11 inches by 14 inches.There is slight corner wear,the edges are clean.Not creased or torn. The Apeda mark is present in lower right corner.The back is blank and clean. The image is vivid.