Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 95:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Two Autographed Color Photographs of Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus
This lot contains two color photographs featuring legendary professional golfers Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, each bearing a hand-signed signature. The first photograph is a vertical composition depicting Arnold Palmer in a red polo shirt and white cap, standing with a golf iron. It features a signature in black ink reading Arnold Palmer across the center. The second photograph is a horizontal composition showing Jack Nicklaus in mid-swing with a driver, wearing a blue and white diamond-patterned sweater. The background features a large stone building, consistent with the clubhouse at the Old Course at St. Andrews. This photograph is signed Jack Nicklaus in black ink in the upper left quadrant. Both items appear to be standard 8×10 inch format professional prints. No third-party authentication stickers or certificates are visible on the items.
Provenance / Authentication Note: This item originates from a single-owner collection assembled by a dedicated sports fan (with a strong focus on Notre Dame and New York Yankees memorabilia). The collector actively pursued autographs over many years through in-person events, including games, autograph shows, and visits to National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum during player events, as well as through direct mail requests to athletes and celebrities. The collection included supporting material such as handwritten correspondence sent to athletes (in some cases with payment enclosed), along with photographs of the collector with various signers. A portion of this same collection was featured in our March 21st auction, where multiple items were authenticated by James Spence Authentication (JSA). In regards to any items with signature(s): While this specific item(s) may not be individually submitted for third-party authentication, it originates from the same collection and shows consistency with previously authenticated pieces. As with many large autograph collections, there may be a small number of facsimile or clubhouse-style signatures present, but for the most part we have seen AUTHENTIC SIGNATURES within the collection. Based on the overall provenance and our review, we maintain a strong level of confidence in the authenticity of most items. Bidders are encouraged to review all photos carefully and bid according to their own level of comfort. No additional authentication documentation is included unless visible within the lot photos. Please reach out with any questions.
Condition report:
Both photographs appear to be in good condition with no visible tears, creases, or significant surface wear. The signatures are bold, clear, and show no signs of fading or smudging.
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