Description: Note: Please study the images carefully to determine the condition of this vintage photograph, as it may not be in perfect condition. It may contain wrinkles, cracks, and possibly even tears due to its age and how it was handled before it got to us. A scanner may interpret colors and contrast differently than human eyes will, so it is possible that the actual photograph may be slightly darker or lighter in person. This vintage photograph is offered for sale as a collectible item and conveys no transfer of copyright. 1957 Press Photo Althea Gibson and Darlene Hard at Wimbledon Tennis Championship This is an original press photo. Wimbledon England-Althea Gibson of New York today became the first Black to win a Wimbledon Tennis Championship. She beat Darlene Hard of Montebello, California, 6-3, 6-2 in the women's final before a crowd of 17,000 including Queen Elizabeth. The 29 year old Harlem girl dominated the match from the beginning with her powerful service and valley game. It marked the 14th straight time the title had gone to an American woman since 1937, when the championship was won by Dorothy Round of Britain . The Second World War knocked out the tournament from 1940 through 1945.Photo measures 6.75 x 10inches. Photo is dated 7-6-1957. PHOTO FRONT PHOTO BACK Historic Images Part Number: lrx82402 Sell Smarter with Kyozou.Inventory and Ecommerce Management
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-09-17T08:03:25.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Return policy details:
Type: Photograph
Image Color: Black & White
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Features: Press Photograph
Signed: No
Year of Production: 1957
Photo Dimensions (in.): 6.75 x 10 in.
Vintage: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Material: Paper
SKU: lrx82402
Image Orientation: Portrait
