- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 169:
Description
A collection of six signed boxing photographs featuring heavyweight champions Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, Floyd Patterson, and Jimmy Young. The lot includes a black and white photograph of a Muhammad Ali action figure signed by Ali in green felt-tip ink, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from La Scala Autographs, Inc. A color 8 by 10 inch photograph of the Ali versus Sonny Liston fight is signed by Ali in black ink across the trunks and includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Autographs. A color 8 by 10 inch portrait of Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier with Don King is dual-signed by Ali and Frazier in black ink, with a Certificate of Authenticity from Round Five Productions. A color 8 by 10 inch publicity photo of Ali in a training ring is signed by Ali in black ink and includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Hidden Treasures. An 8.5 by 11 inch black and white photograph of Floyd Patterson is inscribed and signed To John Dayner, Wishing you health and happiness, Your friend, Floyd Patterson in black ink, with Certificates of Authenticity from La Scala Autographs, Inc. and Todd Mueller Autographs. A color 8 by 10 inch action photograph of Ali versus Jimmy Young is signed by Young in black ink and includes a Certificate of Authenticity from Land of Legends. Several color prints bear repeating AGFA watermarks on the reverse.
Largest: 11 inches x 8.5 inches
Standard: 8 inches x 10 inches.
Location: AB2
Condition report:
The photographs are in generally good condition with bold, legible signatures. The Ali versus Sonny Liston photograph shows light surface scuffing and small scratches visible in the dark background areas. The Floyd Patterson photograph exhibits mild age-related toning on the reverse side. The gym training portrait shows minor edge wear and a small surface indentation in the lower-left corner. The inks remain vibrant with no significant fading observed.
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