One of the most storied and successful franchises in NHL history, the Detroit Red Wings are subject of this incredible collection. The Detroit club boasts 11 Stanley Cup titles and 19 Division Championship titles making it one of the winningest franchises in the NHL. The wins didn't always come easy for Detroit considering a twenty year slump in which they made the playoffs twice in what came to be known as the "Dead Wings" era. Finally, a Hall of Fame caliber player by the name of Steve Yzerman came along and changed the team's demeanor and momentum that would put them back in contention.
This collection showcases the Red Wings from the early 1940s to the mid 1990s. On the Reverse: Multiple photographers credited via stamp and sticker, hand written descriptions, editor's markings, Holding Charge stamps, Sporting News Collection holograms. This lot is comprised of 64 8" x 10" photos, six smaller photos, and 17 laser photos. (E0491)
This image originated directly from the archives of "The Sporting News" and was intended for use in its pages. Designated as a first generation photo (Type A), this image was developed directly from the original photographers negative within approximately one to five years of the depicted person/event. In some instances, usually when a date stamp is present, the photograph was developed within a year or even days of the listed event. Photographers included in the collection include Charles Conlon, George Burke, George Brace, William C. Greene, Alex P. Silverberg, and George Dorrill. Some are identified; many are not but were provided by these world class photographers. Unlike standard wire photos, these images were often hand developed by the photographer sent to the Sporting News magazine. Therefore, the result is an actual first generation photographer's print -again, not be confused with the more commonly found wire photo image. First major collection to enter the market of exclusive Generation 1 Photos.
News service photos are also included, and in those instances, are identified as such by their respective stampings. Acme Wire Photo, Associated Press, International News, and United Press have provided images to the archives. Reverse images are included for identification purposes. As part of the production process for the newspaper, images may show production notes, photographer's stamps, date codes, and other markings associated with the production of the Sporting News newspaper. In all cases, each selected image is of superior quality, subject matter, clarity, contrast and condition. Each image was archived by the Sporting News and includes the official Sporting News hologram, assuring its origin and provenance. Additional MEARS LOA included with each lot.