Sold for:
$1,700
$1,700
A framed black and white signed photograph of Muhammad Ali (American, 1942- ) standing over Sonny Liston (American, 1932-1970) at the end of their second match dated May 25, 1965 held in Lewiston, Maine. This iconic photograph was taken ringside by Neil Leifer (American, 1942- ) as Ali yelled at the fallen Liston "Get up and fight, sucker!" at the moment of his first round knockout, the photograph later being named one of the century's greatest sports photos by Sports Illustrated Magazine. Autographed center left "Muhammad Ali AKA Cassius Clay". Framed approximately 22.75" x 26.75", sight size approximately 15.5" x 19.5".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-02-08
