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BOXING DAY ONE - SEPT 29, 2010425. Ali/Beatles 1964 Framed Photo Signed by Ali -Full PSA/DNASimultaneously launching their respective unparalleled endeavors in 1960,Muhammad Ali and The Beatles were to wrest the attention and adoration ofmillions of followers the globe over. Ali, of course, had just secured the GoldMedal as a Light Heavyweight in the 1960 Olympics. The Beatles, meanwhile,having built their reputation in clubs throughout Liverpool andHamburg, were destined to reach unprecedented heights both in England andabroad. Bound to cross paths during a time of political and social upheaval,Ali and the Beatles finally did meet. The offered piece carries immeasurablevalue for both its remarkably bold autograph and for the image of the entertainers(and in Ali’s case, an athlete/entertainer) who boldly bucked establishedmores and trends to make their own statements on their own termswhile attracting a following unprecedented in terms of size and fervor. Framedto dimensions of 52-5/8 x 42-1/2”, this 40x30 black-and-white photographportrays the youthful “Fab Four” posing in a Miami, Florida boxing ring asAli mockingly delivers a right-hand “knockout” blow that strikes GeorgeHarrison and, of course, has a domino effect designed to topple the musiciansin succession. The photo was taken in February 1964, shortly after the Beatleshad debuted on U.S. soil. While nobody in his right mind would dare step intoa ring with Ali at that time, the Beatles were perhaps the only idols whosepopularity rivaled Ali’s. Thus, this photo opportunity came to fruition and waswarmly embraced by all who took part. In gold marker, Ali has endorsed theimage with a signature that trumpets “Perfect 10” strength and clarity, trumpingjust about any Ali penning you’ll ever behold. This is truly an item withoutpeer, as it melds Americana, entertainment and legendary athleticism. Fullphoto LOA from PSA/DNA (certification #J86291).Opening Bid $2000.00426. SignedMuhammadAli/LeRoy Neiman“Athlete of theCentury”SerigraphThis limited edition dualsignedserigraph representsperhaps the apex of a uniquerelationship that has spannednearly half a century andproduced images, both mentaland physical, of unparalleledgreatness in both sportand art. Revered in theirrespective endeavors,Muhammad Ali and LeRoyNeiman were bound to crosspaths as they reignedsupreme and defined thevery crafts that broughtthem acclaim. And on May19, 1962, their first ofcountless meetings tookplace. Appropriately, the sitewas a dressing room at NewYork’s St. Nicholas Arena, a far less glamorous venue that was most fitting for performers of up-and-coming status. There, Neiman sketched his outspoken subject in theminutes before he disposed of Billy Daniels to up his professional record to 14-0. And so began a bond in which the artist captured the fighter in a manner as unique as Ali’stalents and simultaneously, the famed pugilist embraced art for both its beauty and as a hands-on hobby. Composed on textured cotton canvas that measures 34x49, this particularwork is an unmistakable Neiman treasure on which dominant shades of red, yellow and turquoise combine to form an image said to be the most familiar in the world.Specifically, the likeness is based on Neiman’s 1964 sketches depicting a (then) 22-year-old who was outspoken, brash and about to rule the boxing world. Produced in2001, the piece is entitled “Muhammad Ali: Athlete of the Century.” The portrayal, of course, is of a youthful champion. The venues and settings for future meetings werelarger and decidedly more populated. The passion of both fighter and artist, however, never waned in the least. Said Neiman of this piece: “All of my experiences and observationsof Ali are summed up in this portrait. This painting is for me the quintessential, colorful, confident Ali. It shows his fighting face, with that theatrical flair, that is sofamiliar to the world and epitomizes a career that extended to a public far beyond the boxing ring. He was fast with his rhetoric and swift with his fists, and the intent of thepainting and print is to emphasize his boundless energy.” Numbered “266/850,” the gorgeous print is decorated on the lower border with graphite pencil signatures of Ali(lower left) and Neiman (lower right), with each projecting (“8-9”) strength and clarity. There is nary a doubt that both icons are and always will be without peer. Theoffered limited edition piece captures the essence of this incomparable pairing.Opening Bid $1500.0084 HUGGINS & SCOTT AUCTION: SEPT 29-30, 2010 WWW.HUGGINSANDSCOTT.COM • 1.866.462.2273
427. Signed StephenHolland “Ali 1965”Giclee-on-CanvasQuestions will always linger regardingMuhammad Ali’s quick disposalof challenger Sonny Liston in their1965 rematch. Did Ali’s “phantom”punch spell Liston’s demise? Couldany of the record-low 2,434 onlookerssay they definitively saw Aliland that fatal blow? As clouded asthe details are regarding the boutand its curious setting inLewistown, Maine, it producedarguably the most famous image inthe annals of sport: a Neil Feiferphotograph capturing Ali defiantlytowering over his beaten foe.Limited to just 96, this StephenHolland artist’s rendition of thattimeless gesture is boldly autographedby both the famous subjectand artist. Measuring 25-1/2 x 41”,this hand-enhanced giclee-on-canvascaptures the (then) 23-year-oldchampion towering over the fallenex-titlist. Speculation was thatListon bet against himself that nightand took a dive as a favor to underworldacquaintances. The onlydefinitive truth was that the brashAli stood over Liston, shouting,“Get up and fight, sucker!” as refereeJersey Joe Walcott looked on.Vivid imagery and vibrant colors comprise the fare in this breathtaking work. Thoseattributes, however, are trumped by Ali’s gold Sharpie penning, which was executedin sizable characters to trumpet (“9-10”) strength and clarity. Holland’s penning showssimilar quality. The piece bears a limited edition status of “27/96” and comes with aCOA from Sports Placement Service, Inc. CEO Harlan Werner.Opening Bid $1500.00428.AutographedStephen Holland“Ali In HisPrime” Gicleeon-CanvasIntent to harm is depictedon Muhammad Ali’shandsome face in thislimited edition (27/96)hand-enhanced giclee-oncanvasautographed byboth its famed subjectand by artist StephenHolland. Composed in2006, this colorful depictionmeasures 29x41 andportrays the championthrowing a savage rightcross. Ali’s sizable goldSharpie penmanship projects(“9-10”) quality.Holland’s endorsementshows (“9-10”) attributes,as well. This masterfulartwork, placed alongsidethe Ali companion pieceon this page, is as dominatinga presence as theChamp himself. Thepiece bears a limited editionstatus of “27/96”(matching the number asthe other Holland pieceon this page) and comeswith a COA from SportsPlacement Service, Inc.CEO Harlan Werner.Opening Bid $1200.00429. Unique Muhammad Ali Autographed BoxingGlove with Original SketchThe presented autographed Everlast boxing glove may be “the greatest” andnot just because Muhammad Ali signed the piece. The large, bold black inksignature is just one draw to this glove; the large boxing ring drawing – donein Ali’s hand – dominates the upper portion of the piece. All the ink work waspenned by Ali with the boxing ring image resembling the ”Sting Like a Bee”serigraph art that Ali produced. The drawing and signature both grade (“9”),and the vintage glove shows mild usage (although it is unclear if Ali himselfwore the glove). This marvelous artifact, unique in nature, comes with a fullphoto LOA from James Spence Authentications and an accompanying LOAfrom Peter Morkovin.Opening Bid $750.00430. “Sting Like a Bee” Serigraph - Created and Signed byMuhammad AliPresented is a beautiful serigraph created and signed by Muhammad Ali in 1979. Ali produced(5) different serigraph pieces, but this is the only boxing- related issue. Dubbed Sting Like a Bee,this image bears an uncanny resemblance to the drawing on the signed boxing glove (also on thispage of the auction). The 22x26 artwork is #388/500 and has a large pencil signature of Ali inthe lower right corner, grading (“9”). The item comes with an auction LOA from James SpenceAuthentications.Opening Bid $300.00MORE IMAGES AND DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.HUGGINSANDSCOTT.COM85
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