JACKSON, PETER-FRANK SLAVIN CARTOON ART BY HARRY FURNISS

HISTORY: On May 30, 1892 at the National Sporting Club in London heavyweights Peter Jackson and Frank Slavin squared off with the British Commonwealth Heavyweight Title at stake. Jackson, the great black heavyweight of the era, was never able to get World Heavyweight Champion John L. Sullivan into the ring so he had to settle for other less notable opponents. Jackson dominated this match and knocked Slavin out in the 10th round in front of a full house which included the western hero Buffalo Bill Cody. Offered here is rare cartoon art commemorating this fight done by the famous artist and author Harry Furniss.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This artwork is divided into twelve separate drawings all commemorating the fight including the final knockout. Each piece is signed by the artist. This group has been assembled and professionally framed. Wonderful drawings of both combatabts and at the top the artist has provided an explanation for each of the numbered drawings. Framed to 19" x 28." Each piece is clean with virtually no fading. One of the finest early display pieces we have handled.