Babe Ruth Original Painting by Arthur K. Miller

Sold For:

$960

Year:

2019

Auction:

2020 Spring

Lot #:

1929

Category:

Post-1900 Baseball Memorabilia

Original mixed media on canvas (mounted to board) painting of Babe Ruth, titled "Babe Ruth," by renowned sports artist Arthur K. Miller. Signed by the artist in the upper-left corner. Signed again and dated ("2019") by Miller on the reverse of the frame. A classic image of Ruth as a member of the New York Yankees during the 1920s, when he reigned as baseball's home-run king. Arthur K. Miller is an award-winning portrait artist specializing in historical sports figures and Pop Culture icons. His work has been exhibited and collected internationally for over 30 years, including an unprecedented five-year solo exhibition at the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum. His exacting portraits are featured in many permanent collections, including those of the Baseball Hall of Fame, the New York Historical Society and the Louisville Slugger Museum. Miller’s sports portraits also regularly appear on the cover of the Sports Market Report (SMR). Mint condition. 22.25 x 17.75 inches. Framed to total dimensions of 25 x 20.5 inches.  The size/weight of this item requires that there will be an additional shipping charge for this lot. Reserve $200. Estimate (open).