FINK, LARRY

2025.012.001.013.JPG

Description

The Boxing Portfolio, 1989 to 1996, Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, PA, January 1992
Gelatin silver print, AP 1/5
20 x 16" SHEET
Juxtaposing athletic skill and the desire for victory against corruption and brutality, Larry Fink has documented the boxing ring from 1989-1996. Located in Philadelphia, PA, the Blue Horizon Arena was known as the best and largest venue by Sports Illustrated and Ring Magazine. However it closed its doors in 2010 due to financial hardships. This image details an actual boxing match between two participants.

Date

1989-1996

Creator

b. United States, 1941-2023

Source

The Yanover Family Trust in memory of Pauline Milrad

Identifier

2025.012.001.013

Collection

Citation

b. United States, 1941-2023, “FINK, LARRY,” UCSB ADA Museum Omeka, accessed February 24, 2026, http://art-collections.museum.ucsb.edu/items/show/17403.