Baseball
"Curse of the Bambino"
Own a piece of New York Baseball History
This framed display commemorates the 1919 sale of Babe Ruth from the Boston Red Sox to the New York Yankees, an event that is said to have started the "Curse of the Bambino". The "Curse of the Bambino" refers to the 86-year period from 1918 to 2004 during which the Red Sox did not win a World Series, while the Yankees became one of the most successful teams in baseball history.
This Artwork is:
New
Custom Framed in distressed black
Double matted in brown and black with specialized cutouts. 
The display includes two images of Babe Ruth and a reproduction of the official player transfer agreement. The transaction involved the Red Sox owner selling Ruth to the Yankees for $100,000. Babe Ruth, nicknamed the "Sultan of Swat," helped the Yankees win multiple World Series championships. 
Framed Size is: 35" x 23"
Complete with Ready to Hang Hardware
 
Historical Significance
The 1919 sale for $100,000 (plus a loan to the Red Sox owner) is one of the most famous transactions in sports history. The "Curse of the Bambino" refers to the 86-year championship drought the Red Sox experienced after the trade, while the Yankees became a dynasty.
Material
The item is a reproduction piece intended for display, not the original contract, which has sold for nearly $1 million at auction.