Portrait c1880s of John L Sullivan (1858 - 1918) - first heavyweight champion of gloved boxing + last bare knuckle champion.
Lithograph portrait print circa 1880s of John L Sullivan. Sullivan (1858 - 1918), also known as the Boston Strong Boy, is recognised as the first heavyweight champion of gloved boxing (1882 - 1892) and the last heavyweight champion of bare knuckle boxing under the London Prize Ring Rules. He was also the first American sportsman to become a national celebrity. Portrait by artist Scott Clifton Carbee.
Size: 3598px × 4782px
Photo credit: © Archive Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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