Addendum (11/23 - 4:13 pm): We have briefly edited the original description based upon new information provided to us by an eminent boxing historian. The changes deal strictly with a few minor historical inaccuracies relating to the boxer or boxers referenced here. All our original information pertaining to the item (or items) offered in the lot (condition, provenance, dimensions, etc.) remains unchanged and is accurate. 

A rare collection of (4) boxing James Jem Mace cabinet cards. 'Mace is widely regarded as one of the great Victorian pugilists, and indeed is often considered the father of the scientific school of pugilism. He was a champion of England (having previously won the middleweight title) and at one period had recognition as champion of the world.  After his fighting career was essentially over he appeared with circuses and on the music hall stage in exhibitions in England, America, Australia and, as an old man, even South Africa. He is a Ring Hall of Fame member and an International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee in 1990. All cards are approximately 6.5x4.5". Lot includes (1) JHT Gorus of Sydney card GD, (1) Barowell card GD-VG, (1) WP Shrubsole of Norwich PR, and (1) unidentified color card PR.