BRADDOCK, JIMMY & MAX SCHMELING WIRE PHOTO (1936)

Offered here is an original wire photo dated December 11, 1936 in New York depicting world heavyweight champion James J. Braddock shaking hands with challenger Max Schmeling after the two agreed to fight in February, 1937 following a meeting at the New York State Athletic Commission. The fight fell through, mostly for political reasons, and Braddock ended up fighting Joe Louis.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not torn. Crease at lower left border. Minor edge wear. 6 5/8" x 8 1/2."