Scribner's Gay Morning Glories [19--?]
1 print : color lithograph ; sheet 107 x 69 cm. (poster format)
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![The image is a vintage lithograph poster featuring the prominent figure of Terry McGovern, labeled as "Champion Bantam and Featherweight of the World." The title above reads 'Scribner's Gay Morning Glories,' suggesting that this could be an advertisement or promotional material for a boxing event. This individual appears in formal attire with a suit, tie, and bowtie, exuding confidence through his pose, seated yet relaxed within laurel wreaths, which traditionally symbolize victory.
A plaque beside him denotes 'Sam Haskel', likely the photographer responsible for capturing McGovern's likeness or possibly an attribution to another involved party. A section on the right is marked with a record-like emblem that bears text too small to discern but implies some form of achievement or recognition related to boxing records, indicating Terry McGovern’s accomplishments in his sport.
The color scheme includes warm tones like mustard yellow and brown, giving it an old-fashioned feel consistent with late 19th-century American print media. The overall design is reminiscent of promotional materials from that era's entertainment industry events, specifically sports such as boxing or wrestling which were highly popular forms of public spectacle at the time.
The poster appears worn around its edges suggesting age and frequent handling over many years; it shows signs of creases and slight [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/901/987/989/681/979/original/85a5241b2eb9e373.jpeg)