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Lot #1162
James J. Corbett: Stylish photo of ‘Gentleman Jim’

Stylish photo of ‘Gentleman Jim’

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Stylish photo of ‘Gentleman Jim’

American boxer (1866–1933) who was the first gloved heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1892 to 1897. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of an older Corbett in a jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in black ink “To my friend Bobby Winkel, with best regards from Jim Corbett, Nov. 20/25.” Tack holes to top corners and borders, some light rippling and creasing to top edge, and a bit of scattered light silvering, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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