Baer,Max Vintage Wirephoto

Max Baer was born on February 11, 1909 in Omaha, Nebraska. He began his professional boxing career on May 16, 1929. He stopped Primo Carnera in 11 rounds on June 14, 1934 in Long Island City to win the Heavyweight Title. He lost it to James J. Braddock on June 13, 1935. He posted a career record of 70-13. In addition to Carnera he had victories over Max Schmeling, Tommy Farr, Tom Heeney and King Levinsky.Baer also appeared in movies in Hollywood during and after his boxing career.Presented here is a vintage wirephoto taken on a Hollywood set.
This photo measures 6 3/4 inches by 8 1/2 inches.The photo has a crease down th eright side.There are several scratch marks around the edges .The cornbrs all have creases.The image is vivid.