LAMOTTA, JAKE ANTIQUE PHOTO (LATE 1940'S)

Jake La Motta was born on July 10, 1922 in Bronx, New York. He began his professional career on March 3, 1941. He won the World Middleweight Title on June 16, 1949 stopping Marcel Cerdan in 10 rounds. Posted career victories over Sugar Ray Robinson, Tommy Bell, Fritzie Zivic, Bob Satterfield and Laurent Dauthuille. His career mark was 83-19-4. Known as "The Bronx Bull" he will forever be remembered as the subject of the popular movie RAGING BULL. Presented here is an original, first generation photo depicting Jake LaMotta gazing at a crystal ball. Circa late 1940's.
This is an original, first generation photograph. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Minor edge and corner wear. Not creased. 7 1/4" x 8 1/2."