Christy Mathewson did more to bring the game of baseball respectability than any other man the game has ever known. Leading up to his arrival the game was rough, foul, and dirty. Mathewson was a college educated, handsome, charismatic gentleman who made his style of play the envy of all around him and he single handedly held them to a higher standard of professionalism. He was rewarded with the adoration of a nation and the title of "Greatest Pitcher in Baseball." The offered photograph captures the regal pitching motion of the New York Giants star as he delivers a pitch in warm-ups to his catcher and holds the pose just long enough for young photographer Paul Thompson to catch the perfect image! A spectacular specimen of pre-war baseball photography, this is a silver gelatin beauty with exceptional tones and use of light to give Mathewson a haunting aire of nobility. The photo remains in nearly perfect condition with just a hint of wear at the corners and the image is clear considering the camera equipment of the day. Stamped by Thompson on the back with his earliest style, this is an exciting offering that we have never seen before in any form and to the best of our knowledge this is a new discovery! A relic of baseball history worthy of the Hall of Fame!

Size: 6.5x8.5
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 4/5
Overall Grade: 8.5/10