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HISTORY: John L. Sullivan was born on October 15, 1858 in Roxbury, Boston, MA. He is the link between bare knuckles and glove fighting and is considered to be one of the best heavyweights ever. He held the undisputed World Heavyweight Boxing Championship for ten years, winning it in 1882 from Paddy Ryan and losing it in 1892 to James J. Corbett. Other notable fighters he fought and defeated included Jake Kilrain, Charlie Mitchell and Dominic McCaffrey. Presented here is a scarce bronzed resin figurine of John L. Sullivan.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, bronzed resin figurine of John L. Sullivan in full fight pose. Engraved at base, "JOHN L. SULLIVAN 1888" and also the artist name, "SHEELY." On a wood base. Wonderful likeness. No noticeable flaws. No chips, dents or scratches. 14" high including base. We have not offered another.
