The Boxers, c. 1927, by Mahonri Young

Title: The Boxers Artist: Mahonri Mackintosh Young (American, 1877-1957) Date: Conceived in 1926, cast before 1931 Medium: Bronze with black patina Dimensions: Height: 23 ¼ in. (59.1 cm) | Width: 28 ½ in. (72.4 cm) | Depth: 10 ¼ in. (26 cm) Inscription: Copyrighted, numbered, and signed ‘© N°1/MAHONRI' on the base, bottom left; also with ‘CIRE PERDUE/F CARVILLANI’ foundry stamp on the base, at the rear left. Description:Mahonri Young’s The Boxers captures a pivotal moment in the fierce world of boxing, as one fighter dodges a punch, poised for a dramatic counter. This dynamic scene epitomizes Young’s fascination with the athleticism and energy of the working class, an interest that led him to be called the “George Bellows of American sculpture.” Conceived in 1926, this bronze piece reflects Young's commitment to realism and his deep appreciation for the intense, raw emotion of the sport. The contrasting postures of the boxers – one in the act of blocking and the other in a moment of t