Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 170:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of Ten Signed Professional Tennis Photographs, Poster, and Promotional Cards
This collection consists of ten pieces of signed professional tennis memorabilia featuring various Grand Slam champions and Hall of Fame inductees. The lot includes one large folded poster, one small promotional card, and eight photographs of various sizes. All items are hand-signed in ink or marker, and many include personal dedications to Zachary or Aimee.
The collection includes:
Kim Clijsters: One large folded poster and one small promotional card, both commemorating her 2005 US Open victory with the text WINNARES US OPEN 2005 Kim Clijsters, signed in black marker.
Michael Chang: Two color photographs, including one of Chang with the French Open trophy inscribed To Zachary Good Luck Michael Chang, and one action photograph inscribed To Zachary Michael Chang.
Margaret Court: Two black-and-white action photographs, one inscribed To Aimee Best wishes Margaret Court and another inscribed Best wishes Margaret Court.
Stefanie Graf: One Adidas promotional card inscribed To Zachary Best wishes Steffi Graf.
Tracy Austin: One black-and-white action photograph with the printed name TRACY AUSTIN at the base, inscribed To Aimee, All the best! Tracy Austin.
Jennifer Capriati: One black-and-white promotional photograph with the printed name Jennifer Capriati at the base, signed in black ink.
Chris Evert: One color photograph featuring Evert in a black-and-white striped top, inscribed Best wishes Chris Evert.
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:
The items are in good overall condition with standard handling wear for paper ephemera. The large Kim Clijsters poster has visible fold lines as originally issued. No third-party authentication certificates or letters of authenticity are included with this lot. All signatures are sold as-is.
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