1915 Large silver gelatin photograph of the current Heavyweight Champion of the World Jess Willard as he is greeted by the former champ Bob Fitzsimmons. Willard had just defeated Jack Johnson to bring the white race back their title, while Fitzsimmons was offering his heartfelt congratulations on the event. Issued by Underwood and Underwood and stamped on the back with a long paper caption, this is the only example of this photograph we have ever seen. The specimen has deep and penetrating dark tones with pinholes from publication being the only real flaw.

Size: 8x10
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 3.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 8.5/10