LOUIS, JOE-MAX SCHMELING I LARGE FORMAT ORIGINAL PHOTO (1936)

On June 19, 1936 Joe Louis fought former World Heavyweight Champion Max Schmeling at Yankee Stadium in New York. Louis was undefeated in 23 fights coming into this fight. Schmeling had won three straight. Both men were trying to get a shot at the World Heavyweight Title. In this fight it was all Schmeling. Max used an effective right hand and stopped Louis in the 12th round. Presented here is an incredible original large format photograph of Joe Louis in his corner between rounds trying to summon the strength to continue while his corner men feverously work on him.
An 11" x 14" original photgraph mounted on board. Incredible image of Louis in his corner struggling to go on. Minor edge and surface wear. An incredibly rare image especially in this size.