2. 2AR Collections L'Équipe 7 September 1920, Deauville In just a few years, Deauville has become the capital of leisure. Sea bathing, horse racing, casino... It was hardly surprising that boxing came to set up its rings on the beach. The weather was gloomy, but the clash between French heavyweight champion Marcel Nilles (left) and British colossus Dick Smith attracted a good number of fans. They all appreciated the footwork of the Frenchman, who drew the match after twenty three-minute rounds. September 7, 1920, Deauville. In just a few years, Deauville has become the capital of leisure: sea bathing, horse racing, casino... It's no surprise that boxing would bring its rings to the beach. The weather is gloomy, but the bout between French heavyweight champion Marcel Nilles (on the left) and British giant Dick Smith draws a sizable crowd of enthusiasts. All witness the Frenchman's footwork, as he secures a draw after twenty-three-minute rounds. Format de l'image en cm : 40 x 60 / Format fini en cm : 40 x 60 Print format in inch: 15,75 x 23,62 / Full size in inch: 15,75 x 23,62 Printed on Hahnemülhle FineArt Baryta Satin 300 g paper Posterior Unframed Certificate of authenticity L'Équipe This lot will be available 3 weeks after the end of the sale.