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Lot # 721: Muhammad Ali Signed Serigraph by Leroy Neiman

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Item was in Auction "June 2009 Catalogue",
which ran from 5/2/2009 12:00 AM to
5/31/2009 9:00 PM



Serigraph titled Muhammad Ali-Athlete of the Century, issued in 2001, numbered “430/850,” and flawlwssly signed in pencil along the lower margin by both Muhammad Ali and LeRoy Neiman (both grading a 10). Edition limited to 850 numbered impressions. This work is based on sketches Neiman made of Ali in 1964. Neiman has been quoted about this work, “All of my experiences and observations of Ali are summed up in this portrait. This painting is for me the quintessential, colorful, confident Ali.” A modern classic and easily one of the most desirable serigraphs ever issued by Neiman. It measures 28” x 42” (image area) and is in NRMT condition. Professionally framed to 42” x 58 ?.”. LOA from James Spence of JSA on the autographs and a further Certificate of Authenticity from Franlin Bowles Galleries on the serigraph.

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