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Carl van Vechten (American, 1880–1964)
LOT ID: 80009
Henry Armstrong Boxing, 1937

Silver Print
13.5 х 8.5 in. cm.
Stamped, inscribed, Artist's credit blindstamped on recto, wetstamped on verso.
Title, date, & archive number inscribed in marker on verso, "Henry Armstrong / July 15, 1937 / XL III K:8"
Lot description
A vintage gelatin silver print by Carl van Vechten of the iconic boxer Henry Armstrong posing in the photographer's studio. Taken July 15, 1937.

Image size: 13.5" x 8.5"
Mat size: 20.25" x 16.25"
Henry Armstrong Boxing by Carl van Vechten
  • Henry Armstrong Boxing by Carl van Vechten
  • Henry Armstrong Boxing by Carl van Vechten
  • Henry Armstrong Boxing by Carl van Vechten
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