Rock Smashed On Mans Chest Print, 1926

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Framed Print of Rock Smashed On Mans Chest

New York, New York: April 9, 1926
Greek strongman, Gus Lessis, holds an 800 pound rock on his chest while a man smashes it to bits with a sledge hammer. Lessis is intending to challange light heavy weight boxing champion Paul Berlenbach for the title. Universal Images Group (UIG) manages distribution for many leading specialist agencies worldwide.

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Experience the raw power and determination with our Framed Print featuring the iconic image "Rock Smashed On Mans Chest" by Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group. This photograph, taken on April 9, 1926 in New York, shows Greek strongman, Gus Lessis, as he bravely holds an 800 pound rock on his chest. Just as the sledgehammer comes crashing down, the image freezes the moment of intense strength and resilience. Perfectly framed and ready to hang, this print is an addition to any room, inspiring awe and admiration.

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Image Download - Download high-resolution image of a Greek strongman, Gus Lessis, holding an 800-pound rock on his chest while it's smashed with a sledgehammer by another man in New York City on April 9, 1926. This stock photo is available for web use, television, editorial and advertising purposes through Universal Images Group.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.8cm x 41.4cm (21.2" x 16.3")

Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")