FINK, LARRY
Description
The Boxing Portfolio, 1989 to 1996, 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 1989-1996. 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 images includes an overhead image of a boxing ring with a "ring girl" holding a Round 8 sign. Signed, dated, AP with titled, written on reverse.
Date
1989-1996
Creator
b. United States, 1941-2023
Source
The Yanover Family Trust in memory of Pauline Milrad
Identifier
2025.012.001.014
Collection
Citation
b. United States, 1941-2023, “FINK, LARRY,” UCSB ADA Museum Omeka, accessed March 28, 2026, http://art-collections.museum.ucsb.edu/items/show/17404.