CARPENTIER, GEORGES ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1924)

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 after his loss to Tunney.
This is an original antique wirephoto of Carpentier in 1924.The photo measures 6 1/2 inches by 8 1/2 inches.The photo shows minor corner and edge wear.The back has the attached wire info and is dated 1924.The images are vivid.