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An original b/w press photograph of the American world heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali (1942–2016) fighting his British opponent, Henry Cooper (1934–2011) at Arsenal (Highbury) Stadium on May 21st 1966. Back with describing news telegram and publication date (May 21st 1966). Photo size 10.5×15 cm. Frame size 16.5×22.5 cm.
Muhammad Ali, who had given up his birth name Cassius Clay at the time of his conversion to Islam, came out as the victor when he met Henry Cooper in 1966. This had happened once before, at their first encounter, which took place at Wembley Stadium on June 18th 1963. 35.000 people watched the first clash, 46.000 the latter.
This is an original b/w press photograph from 1966, which shows normal signs of handling.
Art, antiques & collector's items, 17 September 2020
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