American boxer (1905–1974) who was heavyweight champion of the world from 1935 to 1937 and whose career was dramatized in the Oscar-nominated 2005 film Cinderella Man. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Braddock striking a pugilistic pose, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Aaron, Best wishes, James J. Braddock.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 16.5. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and creases. Auction LOA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA
