Pugilist Collection (#6)

Introductions, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Introductions, 1921

Introducing John L. Sullivan, 1916. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Introducing John L. Sullivan, 1916

Between Rounds, large, first stone, 1916. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Between Rounds, large, first stone, 1916

The White Hope, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
The White Hope, 1921

Counted Out, first stone, 1921. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Counted Out, first stone, 1921

Between Rounds, small, second stone, 1923. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Between Rounds, small, second stone, 1923

Boxer, c. 1907. Creator: Charles Demuth
Boxer, c. 1907

Photographic postcard with photos of Jack Johnson and James J. Jeffries, 1910
" Fight of the Century" between Jack Johnson and James J. Jeffries in Reno, Nevada. The boxers are pictured separately but facing each other. Each mans name is written below his feet

Photographic postcard of James J. Jeffries staggering away from Jack Johnson, 1910
" Fight of the Century" between Jack Johnson and James J. Jeffries in Reno, Nevada. Jeffries can be seen in the background to be staggering away from Johnson

Bombardier Billy Wells poses for the Daily Mirror after beating Soldier Jones at Sherrys in Brighton. 30th January 1925

American boxer Jack Johnston Circa 20th April 1915

Bombardier Billy Wells poses for the Daily Mirror prior to his fight against Gunner Moir at Olympia. 11th January 1911

American boxer Jack Johnston seen here on his arrival at Folkestone with his second wife Lucille Cameron 24th June 1913

A Birmingham Prize Fight, 1789. Creator: W Allen
A Birmingham Prize Fight, 1789. Painting depicts a fight between Tom Johnson, Champion of England and Isaac Perrins of Birmingham

Club Night, 1907. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Club Night, 1907

Both Members of This Club, 1909. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Both Members of This Club, 1909

Bare Knuckles, c. 1870 / 1885. Creator: George A. Hayes
Bare Knuckles, c. 1870/1885

Jimmy Carroll, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Jimmy Carroll, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Joe Lannon, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Joe Lannon, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Jack McAuliffe, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Jack McAuliffe, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Ike Weir, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Ike Weir, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Jack Dempsey, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Jack Dempsey, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887. world heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926

Jimmy Carney, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Jimmy Carney, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Charlie Mitchell, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Charlie Mitchell, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Boxing al Fresco Date: 1845

Four Pugilists with a Bottle at Their Feet, 1870-80s. Creator: Unknown
Four Pugilists with a Bottle at Their Feet, 1870-80s

A Brace of Blackguards, June 20, 1789. June 20, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Brace of Blackguards, June 20, 1789

Six Stages of Marring a Face, May 29, 1792. May 29, 1792. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Six Stages of Marring a Face, May 29, 1792

Jack Havlin, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Jack Havlin, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

George La Blanche, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
George La Blanche, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Jack McGee, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Jack McGee, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Patsey Duffy, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Patsey Duffy, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Billy Edwards, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Billy Edwards, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Patsey Kerrigan, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Patsey Kerrigan, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Frank Murphy, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
Frank Murphy, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

John L. Sullivan, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
John L. Sullivan, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

The Gig Shop or Kicking Up a Breeze at Nell Hammiltons Hop, February 16, 1811

John Broughton, 1822. Creator: Robert Cooper
John Broughton, 1822. Portrait of Jack Broughton (c1703-1789), an English bare-knuckle boxer or pugilist. Broughton staged boxing exhibition at his amphitheatre in Hanway Road in London

John Smith, Better known by the name of Buckhorse, 1822. Creator: Robert Cooper
John Smith, Better known by the name of Buckhorse, 1822. Portrait of John Smith, a pugilist who was beaten by Jack Broughton in London in 1737

Boxing in a London Park, from Art Gout Beaute, pub. 1923 (pochoir print)

Jack Johnson and his first wife
Jack Johnson (1878-1946), American boxer and first African American heavyweight boxing champion, pictured with his first wife, Etta Terry Duryea, who he had married in January 1911

JOHNSON VS. JEFFRIES, 1910. American heavyweight pugilist Jack Johnson (right) fighting James J. Jeffries on 4 July 1910 in Reno, Nevada

Boxing match for 200 guineas between Dutch Sam and Ben Medley, fought 31 May 1810 on Moulsey Hurst near Hampton. After a work by Thomas Rowlandson. Dutch Sams real name was Samuel Elias

The Champion Was Lying Inert On His Back. From The Book Buffalo Jim By William Hatfield Published Circa 1930 s

The Boxers from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836. Creator: John Thompson
The Boxers from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836

Boxing, from Worlds Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

The last bare-knuckle fight, Farnborough, Hampshire, 17th April 1860 (1951). Contest between the English David, Tom Sayers, and the American Goliath, Heenan

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"Pugilist: A Journey Through the Fists of History" Step into the ring and witness the captivating world of pugilism, where warriors from different eras clashed in epic battles. From Billy The Rat Catcher to Daniel Mendoza, engraved by Henry Kinsbury in 1789, these fighters left an indelible mark on history. Picture Jack Johnson roaring down the racetrack on his Racing Motor Car, a symbol of his relentless pursuit for greatness. Feel the intensity as Richard Humphreys stares back at you from a canvas painted with determination and grit. Travel back to ancient Greece through Minoan art's fresco depicting boxing kids - a testament to this sport's timeless appeal. Admire Portrait of a Boxer from c. 1800; its oil-painted strokes capture both strength and vulnerability. Thomas Belcher stands immortalized in an engraving by Charles Turner - his colored litho showcasing his prowess within those four ropes. Georges Carpentier graces a sketch cover, reminding us of his impact on boxing during 1914. Witness Thomas Cribb's lithographed image by Anthony Molteno; it transports us to September 28th and October 3rd, 1811 when he battled against Molineaux in an unforgettable clash that captivated audiences worldwide. Immerse yourself further into history as Dutch Sam faces off against Medley for 200 Guineas on May 31st, 1810 - their fight etched forever in time. And let John L. Sullivan's lithograph by Currier and Ives transport you to America's golden age of heavyweight pugilism. In each snapshot lies a story waiting to be told – tales of courage, resilience, triumphs, and defeats that have shaped this noble sport throughout centuries. So step inside this gallery filled with legends who dared enter the squared circle – welcome to "Pugilist: A Journey Through the Fists of History.