Even in Italy, the Splendid Splinter inspired the likes enthusiasts and artists, like the one who painted this pleasing likeness. Teddy, with his back facing us, looks out onto a turquoise background, leaning on two bats. The essence of his demeanor and appearance is enough to identify the great baseball immortal, but his #9 painted on his back in red leaves no doubt. Art is EX-MT and signed in lower right corner by the artist, “Guadagno” and marked, “Italy 1957”. Nicley framed to 20x30”, artwork measures 14.5x24”.