FINK, LARRY
Description
The Boxing Portfolio, 1989 to 1996, Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, PA January 1991
Gelatin silver print, AP 1/5
20 x 16" SHEET
1989-1996
Juxtaposing athletic skill and the desire for victory against corruption and brutality, Larry Fink has documented the boxing ring from 1989-1996Located in Philadelphia, many of Fink's images are taken at the Blue Horizon Arena purported to be the best and largest venue by Sports Illustrated and Ring Magazine. However, it closed its doors in 2010 due to financial hardships. An unidentified boxer stands at center wearing a short robe; he is wearing gloves and are placed on the shoulders of a figure facing him. Signed, dated with title and AP on reverse.
Date
2989-1996
Creator
FINK, Larry
b. United States, 1941-2023
b. United States, 1941-2023
Source
The Yanover Family Trust in memory of Pauline Milrad
Identifier
2025.012.001.007
Collection
Citation
FINK, Larryb. United States, 1941-2023, “FINK, LARRY,” UCSB ADA Museum Omeka, accessed February 25, 2026, http://art-collections.museum.ucsb.edu/items/show/17397.