Classic glossy 7 x 9 photo of the ‘Sultan of Swat’ taking a practice swing in a white shirt and his Yankee pinstripe pants, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jack Schweitzer, From Babe Ruth,” (apparently intended for the recipient’s son, “Jr.” has been added after Schweitzer’s last name in another hand). Archivally double-suede-matted and framed with a biographical plaque to an overall size of 16 x 25. A notation to the lower left dates the photo to July 1928. In very good condition, with scattered creases, some slight tears and small areas of paper loss to edges, and a bit of flaking to ink in inscription and signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A classic pose of the Babe in his iconic pinstripes. Oversized.
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