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Fine Art Print : Cassius Clays bodyguard Ronald King keeps watch outside the Piccadilly Hotel room
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Cassius Clays bodyguard Ronald King keeps watch outside the Piccadilly Hotel room
Cassius Clays bodyguard Ronald King keeps watch outside the Piccadilly Hotel room where Clay is asleep.
26th May 1963
Ley & Sidney
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
R4137
Media ID 21656370
© Mirrorpix
Doorway Ethnic Float Like A Butterfly Sting Like A Bee Heavy Weight Muhammad Ali Relaxation Rest
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This captivating image, titled "Cassius Clay's Bodyguard: Ronald King at the Piccadilly Hotel," transports you back to May 1963. Witness a pivotal moment in boxing history as Ronald King keeps a watchful eye outside the Piccadilly Hotel room, where an exhausted Cassius Clay rests after a hard-fought training session. Ley & Sidney's evocative black-and-white photograph beautifully captures the intensity and focus of the legendary boxer's dedicated team. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of sports history into your home.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print captured by Ley & Sidney, we are transported back to the 1960s, a time when boxing legend Muhammad Ali was known as Cassius Clay. The image showcases his dedicated bodyguard Ronald King diligently keeping watch outside a room at the Piccadilly Hotel. As Clay peacefully rests inside, King stands tall and focused in the doorway, ready to protect his esteemed client. This photograph beautifully encapsulates both the physical strength and unwavering loyalty that characterized Ali's entourage during his rise to stardom. The composition highlights the contrast between King's imposing figure and the serene atmosphere within the hotel room. It is evident that even in moments of rest and relaxation, Clay's safety remains paramount. Ali himself once famously proclaimed "float like a butterfly, sting like a bee" embodying his unique fighting style that combined gracefulness with power. This iconic phrase perfectly resonates with this image as it captures both sides of Ali's persona - calmness behind closed doors juxtaposed with an unstoppable force waiting just beyond them. As we gaze upon this timeless photograph from Memory Lane Prints, we cannot help but feel drawn into its historical significance. It serves as a reminder of not only Ali's immense talent but also the individuals who played crucial roles in shaping his legacy.
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