Circa 1916 Babe Ruth, Pinch Thomas, and Tillie Walker at D&M Factory Original Photograph PSA/DNA Type I - Direct Draper & Maynard Co. Provenance

Sold For:

$870

Year:

1916

Auction:

2023 Spring

Lot #:

3027

Category:

Post-1900 Baseball Memorabilia

Extraordinary original photo of Babe Ruth posing with other members of the circa 1916 Boston Red Sox, including Pinch Thomas and Tillie Walker, during their visit to the Draper & Maynard factory in Plymouth, New Hampshire. The candid photo captures Babe Ruth standing on the far left while his teammates hold a few of D&M's products. Encapsulated and certified as an original Type I photograph by PSA/DNA. This photo (along with the additional nine lots in this auction) originates directly from our consignor's grandfather, who was an executive at the Draper & Maynard Company. Although the photo is undated, the players featured here played together on the Red Sox only in 1916 and 1917. The photo measures 5 x 4 inches and is a snapshot image that was used to assemble a presentation album (the original album is no longer included with this photo). These photo albums were distributed to the players (and likely executives/employees of the company). As a point of reference, REA sold an album from the Tillie Walker estate last year. The image has exceptional clarity, and aside from a tiny tear on the left edge, is in Excellent condition. Opening Bid $300.