PATTERSON, FLOYD-INGEMAR JOHANSSON II LARGE FORMAT PHOTO (1960-END OF FIGHT)
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Regular price $500.00
On June 20, 1960 World Heavyweight Champion Ingemar Johansson defended hsi title against the man he took it from the year before, Floyd Patterson. The fight was at the Polo Grounds in New York. Patterson avenged his loss stopping Johansson in the 5th round. Depicted here is a rare original large format photograph showing Johansson down in the 5th round with referee Arthur Mercante moving in to stop the action. From the collection of Hall Of Fame referee Arthur Mercante.
This is an original, first generation, large format photograph. It has been mounted on board to protect it. No creases, rips or tears. The image is clear and crisp. A few very minor scratches. One of the more poignant poses you will see in sports photography. 19 3/4" x 23 1/2." Exceptionall rare especially in this size.
This is an original, first generation, large format photograph. It has been mounted on board to protect it. No creases, rips or tears. The image is clear and crisp. A few very minor scratches. One of the more poignant poses you will see in sports photography. 19 3/4" x 23 1/2." Exceptionall rare especially in this size.
Size: 19 3/4 x 23 1/2
Condition: excellent