Historical Hockey Memorabilia Auction - June 2009
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/16/2009
Sensational vintage cabinet photo captures the NHA and Stanley Cup champion Quebec Bulldogs along with Lord Stanley’s coveted trophy and the O’Brien Trophy, awarded to the winners of the National Hockey Association. A trio of well-known Hall-of-Famers is front and center here; scoring phenom and team captain Joe Malone is flanked by goaltender Paddy Moran to his right and defenceman Joe Hall to his left. Two other Hall-of-Famers are seated at the far left, Tommy Smith and Russell Crawford while Jeff Malone is standing behind Hall. The Bulldogs in the spring of 1912 captured the Stanley Cup with 9-3 and 8-0 wins over Moncton of the Maritime Professional Hockey League and then this team defended Quebec’s title the following March. The Bulldogs repeated as NHA champs before taking care of another Maritime team, the Sydney Milionaires' Phantom. Joe Malone poured in nine goals in a 14-3 win before not dressing for the 6-2 clincher in which Joe Hall scored a hat trick. Photo itself measures 11" x 14" and is applied to a beige backing which identifies the players and manager M.J. Quinn. Still in its original wooden frame, the formidable photo provides an exceptional look at uniforms and equipment of the day, along with some of hockey’s legendary figures. A definite must for a serious vintage team photo collection.
The beauty of the rare photos featured in this incredible collection of hockey memorabilia is not solely in the eye of the beholder, rather it’s obvious to one and all. The pages that follow are filled with incredible treasures such as original team photos of some of the earliest Stanley Cup champions that speak to the great and broad history of the game. Lovingly fashioned by one of the hobby’s most enthusiastic and determined collectors, the remarkable items offered here for auction include some lots that are subject to a silent reserve. We are confident that this truly historical gathering of hockey artifacts and memorabilia will spark the enthusiasm and passion that drive your desire to seek and acquire nothing short of the best.
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