$1,152
A March 19, 1971 issue of Life magazine featuring a cover photograph taken by singer Frank Sinatra, depicting Joe Frazier punching Muhammad Ali during their March 8, 1971, fight in New York City's Madison Sqaure Garden. Frazier would defeat Ali in the fight, in 15 rounds via unanimous decision. Deemed "The Fight of the Century" and "The Fight" by boxing writers and historians, it was the first time that two undefeated boxers fought each other for the heavyweight title. The cover of the magazine has been signed by Ali and Frazier in blue marker. Accompanied by a certificate of registration from Online Authentics. 13 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches PROVENANCE From the Collection of Howard Bingham Categories: Muhammad Ali
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2016-12-03
