Fine Books & Manuscripts
Tue, Jun 26, 2018 08:30PM EDT
Lot 464
Jack Johnson Publicity Photo, Inscribed and Signed.
Estimate: $900 - $1,300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Johnson, Jack. Jack Johnson Publicity Photo, Inscribed and Signed. N.p., ca. 1920s. Silver print portrait of Johnson in boxing trim, inscribed: ?Jack Johnson/To my pal Melvin,? bearing also a pre-print signature and inscription on the right side. 8 x 5?. A few scrapes to image affecting some letters in the signature and inscription, corners softly rounded, otherwise very good. With: three identical cigarette trading card strips depicting Johnson and nine other pro boxers.The ""Melvin"" named in the inscription is Melvin Burkhart a sideshow performer known as the Human Blockhead. Both the consigner of this item and Johnson were acquainted with Burkhart."
