Framed Print : Tommy Farr using a punch ball, 1937
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Tommy Farr using a punch ball, 1937
Photograph showing Tommy Farr (1914-1986), the Welsh heavyweight boxer also known as the Tonypandy Terror, training at a gym, 1937
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1986 Boxer Farr Heavy Weight Punch Tommy 1937
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step into the ring of history with our stunning Framed Print of Tommy Farr, the legendary Welsh heavyweight boxer, also known as the Tonypandy Terror. This captivating photograph, taken in 1937, shows Farr in action as he trains with a punch ball at the gym. Add an authentic touch to your home or office decor with this beautifully presented Framed Print from Media Storehouse. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this high-quality print is a must-have for any boxing enthusiast or history lover. Bring the past to life with this iconic image.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 20.5cm (9.6" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intensity and determination of Welsh heavyweight boxer Tommy Farr, also known as the Tonypandy Terror, during his training sessions in 1937. The image shows Farr in the midst of a punishing workout, his focused expression and clenched fists conveying the raw power and grit that made him a formidable opponent in the ring. Born on December 7, 1914, in Tonypandy, Wales, Farr began his boxing career in the late 1920s and quickly rose through the ranks, earning a reputation as a fierce and tenacious fighter. He made his professional debut in 1931 and went on to fight some of the biggest names in heavyweight boxing, including Joe Louis and Jack Dempsey. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks throughout his career, including a controversial loss to Louis in 1937, Farr remained a popular and beloved figure in the boxing world. He continued to fight until his retirement in 1956, and his legacy as one of Wales' greatest sports heroes endures to this day. This photograph, taken at a gym in the late 1930s, offers a rare glimpse into the training regimen of a legendary boxer, showcasing the dedication and discipline required to excel in this demanding and physically taxing sport. With his punch ball in hand and a steely gaze, Tommy Farr stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit and resilience of athletes who dared to dream and fight against all odds.
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