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Henry Cooper spending the eve of his big fight against Cassius Clay relaxing at his
Henry Cooper spending the eve of his big fight against Cassius Clay relaxing at his quarters in Welling, Kent, where most of the time was spent having a friendly game of poker with his manager and trainer. 20th May 1966
Eric Piper
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
W5052
Media ID 21753661
© Mirrorpix
Before Card Cards Fight Games Heavy Weight Heavyweight Henry Cooper
27x27 inch Poster Print
Relive the iconic moments of boxing history with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This stunning image captures Henry Cooper, the British heavyweight champion, in a rare moment of relaxation before his epic fight against Cassius Clay, now known as Muhammad Ali. Taken by renowned sports photographer Eric Piper, the photo shows Cooper enjoying a friendly game of poker with his manager in the quiet tranquility of his Welling, Kent quarters. A must-have for any boxing enthusiast or memorabilia collector, this poster is a testament to the human side of a legendary athlete. Order yours today and bring a piece of boxing history into your home.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the eve of one of boxing's most anticipated fights - Henry Cooper versus Cassius Clay. Taken on the 20th of May, 1966, in Welling, Kent, this snapshot captures a rare moment of relaxation for the legendary British heavyweight boxer. Henry Cooper is seen here at his quarters engaging in a friendly game of poker with his trusted manager and trainer. The atmosphere is filled with camaraderie and laughter as they unwind before the monumental clash that awaits them. As cards are dealt and bets are placed, tension dissipates into lighthearted banter and joviality. This image not only showcases Cooper's lighter side but also highlights the importance of mental preparation before stepping into the ring. Amidst all the pressure and anticipation surrounding such a significant fight, it becomes evident that moments like these provide much-needed respite from physical training and strategic planning. Eric Piper's expertly captured photograph immortalizes an era where entertainment was found within simple games shared among friends. It serves as a reminder that even in high-stakes situations like professional boxing matches, there is always room for fun and humor. For fans of both sports history and vintage photography alike, this remarkable print offers a glimpse into an unforgettable evening spent by one of Britain's greatest boxers – Henry Cooper – just hours away from facing off against his formidable opponent Cassius Clay (later known as Muhammad Ali).
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