Ali: Screen Print on cream colored art paper.

Measures 46 x 61 cm / 18 x 24 inches. Signed and Numbered Edition of 450.

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This edition is based on a photograph by Michael Tighe and was created through collaboration with the photographer and the Ali Foundation.

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From Fairey:

“I’m not a big fan of boxing, or organized sports in general, but athletic competition can highlight an inspiring human spirit to triumph over great odds.  Muhammad Ali embodies that spirit, and his dogged tenacity led him to three heavyweight titles.  He also has a charismatic personality who influenced more than boxing.  Ali was a conscientious objector to the Vietnam War and his boastful wordplay is considered a predecessor to rap.  I wanted to do an Ali portrait for years, but I was worried about legal issues until I was conveniently commissioned to create a portrait.”