CARPENTIER, GEORGES ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO

Georges Carpentier (January 12, 1894 – October 28, 1975) was a French boxer. He fought mainly as a light heavyweight and heavyweight in a career lasting from 1908-26. Nicknamed the "Orchid Man", he stood 5 ft 11½ in (1.82 m) but his fighting weight ranged from 125 to 175 lb (57 to 79 kg). Carpentier was known for his speed, his excellent boxing skills and his extremely hard punch.Presented here is an antique wirephoto of Carpentier.
This is an original wirephoto of Carpentier. The photo measures 8 inches by 10 inches. There is a minor crease in the upper right hand corner. The photo shows minor edge ware. The back has the attached wire info. The images are vivid.