WOLGAST, AD-BATTLING NELSON ORIGINAL ANTIQUE PHOTO (1910)

On February 22, 1910 at the Arena in Point Richmond, California world lightweight champion Battling Nelson defended his title against Ad Wolgast. Wolgast was down in the 22nd round, but arose to knock out Nelson and win the title in the 40th round. Offered here is an original, first generation, large format photo depicting the two fighters squaring off before the fight in the ring.
This is an original, first generation, mounted, large format photo. Bold, clear image. Not creased. Has some soiling. Edge and corner wear. Tack holes at the top. Sharp image. 12" x 18." Extremely rare in this size.