Bronze Pugilist Plaque. Bare Knuckle Boxer Figure. John L Sullivan c1890.

Stock Number: BBKB3150

£695.00 GBP

This handsome plaque which is made of solid bronze is of champion pugilist John L Sullivan who was a bare knuckle fighter in the late 19th century.

John L Sullivan is known as the last heavyweight bare knuckle boxing champion who went on to become the first heavyweight champion of gloved boxing. This Irish American man was one of the world's highest paid athletes in his time and the first boxing superstar.

This high quality and rare piece dates from c1890 and would make a very nice collector's item for a boxing enthusiast. A wonderful patina and would look great mounted on a wall in a boxing club, sports bar or man cave.

Date: c1890.

Materials: Bronze.

Dimensions: Width: 12.5 cm (5"). Depth: 1 cm (1/4"). Height: 27 cm (10 1/2").

Weight: 444 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Great patina. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the plaque is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

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