Note: Description Updated 11/22.

Six photographs. B&W, c. 1970. Vintage fiber-based silver gelatin prints. Jerry Quarry fought Ali twice, in 1970 and again in 1972. These six images were photographed during their first fight, which was significant because it was the first time Ali had entered the ring since his three-year absence-he had been banned from the ring as a result of his refusal to be drafted into the armed services during the Vietnam War. All images signed in ink by Neil Leifer. All 11 x 14in. Condition issue: pencil markings on verso.

The photographs in this auction have been examined by an expert, whose opinions pertaining to the age of the prints, the printing process, and the type of paper used, are included in the description of each photograph. Although Guernsey’s believes these descriptions to be accurate, interested buyers are urged to personally inspect the prints either at the public preview or by appointment with Guernsey’s. As with all items in this auction, all lots are being sold as is.

Please note the terms being used to describe photographic prints:

Vintage print: Printed no more than 3-5 years after the negative was made.
Older print: Also referred to by collectors as "printed later." Refers to a print that was made more than 3-5 years after the original negative was made, but not within the 21st century.
Modern print: Refers to a print made in the 21st century from an earlier, 20th century negative.