CARPENTIER, GEORGES WIRE PHOTO (1919)

On December 4, 1919 at Holborn Stadium in London European Haevyweight Champion Georges Crapentier of France defended his title against Joe Beckett. Carpentier made short work of it stopping Beckett in the very first round. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Carpentier with his family, friends and manager Descamps celebrating his victory over Beckett.
This is an original Meurisse wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. 5" x 7."