Colorful African-American boxer (1878–1946) who held the world heavyweight championship from 1908 to 1915 and whose achievements in and out of the ring created an unprecedented storm of racially charged controversy. Choice vintage glossy 3.75 x 6.5 photo of the strapping Johnson in a pugilistic pose, boldly signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen, “To my pal Johnny Orbbecke, from Jack Johnson.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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