{"product_id":"antique-tintype-of-early-ice-hockey-player-rare-sports-photo","title":"Antique Tintype of Early Ice Hockey Player | Rare Sports Photo","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere we have an uber rare antique tintype photograph a sharply dressed man, likely an amateur or local league player, standing proudly on an outdoor ice rink with his hockey stick planted on the ice. He’s ready to hip check you and slam you into the boards. This dude has no specialized uniforms or padding, and he doesn’t need them. All he needs is the newsboy\/flat cap, a collared shirt, necktie, and street clothes. All of where were common before modern hockey uniforms became standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt goes without saying that sporting tintypes are rare, and those depicting ice hockey are exceptionally scarce. we have a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of photographic and sports history. It provides a tangible link to the rugged, early days of the sport before the foundation of professional leagues. No mouth guard with this fella. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rare tintype comes out of an old collector’s estate in Madison, Wisconsin. The image was likely produced in the late 1800s or early 1900s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe housed antique tintype measures 3 1\/2\" tall and 2 1\/2\" wide. There are discolorations along the top of the image (see pics). There is also general wear throughout the tintype. The image is housed in its original or period paper mat\/mount. Please see all pics as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ship FedEx to street addresses in the continental USA only (no PO boxes). Free shipping on the rare tintype showcasing the early days of hockey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime to drop the puck and shaving the ice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mad Van Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42492558770253,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0116\/3637\/5610\/files\/4F0F95B2-EA48-4043-B9EC-04974E6FA12A.jpg?v=1765086604","url":"https:\/\/madvanantiques.com\/products\/antique-tintype-of-early-ice-hockey-player-rare-sports-photo","provider":"Mad Van Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}