Overtime Auction #10
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/27/2007
A wonderful framed reproduction, printed on canvas, of Maurice Richard. The original of this fabulous masterpiece was presented to the Rocket way back in 1944. Displaying incredible detail, the lower left corner reads "Souvenir Soiree du 29-4-44 - Paul Stuart" printed in white lettering while just below Richard's stick blade you can read "Photo par E Stuart - Zotique Steben Artist." The April 29th date of the special night would have been just over two weeks after Richard and his Punch Line linemates helped the Canadiens capture their first Stanley Cup in 13 years, rallying from three goals down in the third period to beat the Black Hawks 5-4 in overtime to sweep the finals, Toe Blake scoring the overtime winner after the Rocket had tied it. The artist's work here is phenomenal, from the coloring of the Habs classic red, white and blue sweater, to the gloves and skates and young Maurice's slicked jet black hair. Actual canvas size is 30’’ x 40’’ and has been professionaly framed to 36’’ x 46’’. Stunning!
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