Antique Auction

blog

Auction Antique Arena sells and buys antiques

blog

Lot 0050: ANTIQUE RUSSIAN PORTRAIT PHOTO OF AUSTRIAN WRESTLER

41 reviews

An antique Russian post card with a black and white photograph, depicting a studio portrait of Georg Riesbacher, a wrestler from Vienna, a European champion in French wrestling 1907. Circa: early 20th century. Titled, lower left. Marked and numbered, 1240, lower right. The photograph not only captures the intensity and physicality of the sport but also serves as a striking piece of early 20th century Russian photographic art. Matted. Antique Russian and European Portrait Photos And Sport Memorabilia For Collectors.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Matte board: 12 x 16 in. Image: 3 1/2 x 5 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate.

Estimate $100.00-$150.00

Starting Price $50.00