Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction Winter 2021
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/23/2021
Joining once again, in collaboration with the Montreal Canadiens, Classic Auctions is pleased to offer a large collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the storied club’s comprehensive archives. A number of historic specimens direct from the famous team including unique displays that were once marvelously displayed in the hallowed Montreal Forum and later at the Bell Centre are available, with an endless array of legendary and monumental players featured that all proudly once donned the sacred jersey of the mighty Montreal Canadiens.
One of Quebec’s most beloved commentators during the 1950s and 1960s, Michel Normandin was the voice of the Montreal Canadiens for a dozen years while also covering other sports. Normandin also served briefly as the general manager of the Montreal Royals and was a city councillor during the late-1940s in Montreal before passing away shortly after his 50th birthday, in 1963. Direct from the archives of the Montreal Canadiens, these bust were produced for a small number of noteworthy Canadiens dignitaries and were unveiled in 1982 for display at the hallowed Montreal Forum followed by additional display at the Molson/Bell Centre. Life-size at 12” in height with a weight of approx of 23 lbs, Normandin’s likeness has been masterfully captured with exquisite detail, with the artist Lauren Bonet signing the left side of the neck, adding “82”. The bronze bust has been mounted over a 6 ½” x 6 ½” x 1 ¾” hollow bronze base. A plaque has been affixed with “Michel Normandin” engraved in script, with “Bronze 82” over the left side. An LOA from Classic Auctions will be included.
The bust along with the base and plaque all show moderate wear with a few minor blemishes visible and no damage.
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