Note: Description Updated 11/22.

B&W, c. 1963-69. Vintage fiber-based silver gelatin print. An interesting view of the star quarterback Johnny Unitas and his Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, reviewing chalkboard plays. This photograph was created to serve as the cover to Sports Illustrated, however, the cover was pulled after the Baltimore Colts were defeated by the Cleveland Browns in a major 27-0 upset in the 1964 Championship Game. A layer of protective acetate has been taped at top border. Signed in ink by Neil Leifer. 14 x 11in. Condition issue: Light dings and creasing in top third.

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.