Feature Points
- HISTORIC PHOTO REPRODUCTION: You'll love this high quality historic reproduction of 1926 Jack Dempsey Photo Print. Our museum quality prints are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order photos are made in the USA and each print is inspected for quality. This historic photo is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage photos look great in the home, study or office. They make a perfect gift as well.
- MUSEUM QUALITY: This high quality photo print will be a great addition to your vintage-themed wall. Don't waste money on cheap-looking, thin paper photos. We use high-end printing equipment with professional quality photo paper and ink. Our professional's choice semi-gloss paper displays images beautifully.
- A LOOK BACK AT HISTORY: This is an impressive, historic reproduction of 1926 Poster Photo of Jack Dempsey Wall Art. A true piece of history. See our product description section for more fascinating information about this historic photo and its significance.
- READY TO FRAME: This unframed print includes a 0.2 inch border for a perfect frame fit and look. Our photos are designed to fit easy-to-find standard frame sizes, saving you money from having to pay for a custom frame. Each photo is inspected for quality and shipped in a rigid envelope/tube. The Historic Prints logo watermark will not appear in the printed photo.
- HISTORIX: We love history and art. Sometimes old photos have tears, separations and other blemishes. We digitally restore and enhance photos while keeping its historical character. All our photos are proudly made in the USA. Looking for a specific photo size? Please contact us. Customers all over the world love our vintage photos and we know you will too.
Additional Information
Jack Dempsey, one of the most important cultural figures in America in the 1920s, was an icon in the boxing world and remains one of the most recognizable figures in the sport to this day. His prominence as the World Heavy Weight Champion gained him recognition and fame across the world, often fighting under the nickname Kid Blackie early in his career before fighting under his given name starting in 1914. Dempsey came from a humble background before finding fame and acclaim with his boxing career. By the time this photograph was taken, Dempsey had defended his title for years and had created a celebrity career that included starring in a Hollywood film.
While he retired from professional boxing in the following year, he continued to fight in exhibition matches, remain in the public eye, and pursue philanthropic pursuits. Dempsey would later publish an autobiography and a book on his theories for boxing and why he had found such success in his illustrious career. Dempsey was also responsible for pioneering the live television broadcast of sports, particularly boxing, which contributed to the sports' popularity during the twentieth century.
Dempsey was known for an aggressive fighting style coupled with a powerful punch that would go on to influence the sport, including training styles across the globe. This image bears a distinctive aesthetic and style that immediately transports the viewer back in time, creating a timeless bond between the past and present.
