Christy Mathewson. Show anything & everything.

[thekingofclout]

I guess there is no shortage of Matty fans here at net54!

[skybar]

Early in my life, I used to dismiss Matty as just another pretty boy...years later after having read some biographies and listening to other collectors I have developed a better understanding and appreciation of him.

David, that Sporting Life Cabinet is a beaut. Since no one else has shown one (I don't believe)...here is my one and only Matty. I really love this card!!

[jim]

The football stadium at Bucknell University in PA is named The Christy Mathewson stadium. If memory serves me correct, there is a memorial "plaque" of him on a pedestal as you enter the stadium.
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[thekingofclout]

Original vintage TYPE I photograph of Matty & Red Ames warming up during the 1911 Fall Classic. The only time the Giants wore these black uniforms.

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[T206Collector]

...but I have to share this card in every Matty-related thread. (FWIW - I also named my second son Mathewson and we, of course, call him Matty.)

From SGC Graded Cards

[ksfarmboy]

Matty during the World Tour stop in Blue Rapids, Kansas. Unfortunately I don't own the original.

[GKreindler]

I guess I can't say 'no' to brother Jimmy!

Here's my Matty. Well, the one I painted anywho:



It's based off of Conlon's famous photo, and dates to 1911, when the Christian Gentleman (along with Rube Marquard and some of the speediest speedsters of the era) led his Giants to the World Series.

I normally don't say this, but the photo doesn't do the painting justice. I just got it back from the photographer's, so I'm trying to come to a final version that I'm happy with. Though in the end, I guess having a photo of a work is nothing like having the original in front of you. With that in mind, if any of you are heading to the National in a few weeks, stop by my booth and see the original!! I'd sure as hell love to meet y'all!

Graig

[Abravefan11]

Originally Posted by T206Collector

(FWIW - I also named my second son Mathewson and we, of course, call him Matty.)

My second son is named Matty as well.

[TheBig6]

[jacksons]

Jimmy -

According to Marc Okkonen, the Giants wore the black uniforms in the 1905 WS.

http://exhibits.baseballhalloffame.o...gif&Entryid=81

[jacksons]

This image was a reprint in 1923 initially, and based on the stampings, repurposed again in 1926, 1927 and 1932.

The original auction description indicated it originated from the 1913 season.

However...

On page 139 of A Portrait of Baseball Photography, Yee/Fogel describe it as a Bain image from the 1901/1902 season.

It's clearly a home uniform from the 1901 - 1904 span (the white hat pinpoints 1901-1902).

I'd love to be able to nail down the exact year, though. Not sure how to do that.

[martindl]

There he is, Christy Mathewson, Matty himself, right there in the flesh.

Graig, that is so stunningly good. It is breathtaking in the most literal sense.

So many great Matty images. Thanks to all for sharing. Here's my contribution. The premium from the April 1915 Baseball Magazine 'Park Edition', sold only at ballparks. The premium was designed to be removed from the magazine and then framed.

[thekingofclout]

Originally Posted by jacksons

Jimmy -

According to Marc Okkonen, the Giants wore the black uniforms in the 1905 WS.

http://exhibits.baseballhalloffame.o...gif&Entryid=81

I stand corrected and have edited my post so it now reads: "The only time the Giants wore these black uniforms."

Sincerely, Jimmy

[thekingofclout]

had its last post. A bump to give everyone who joined the board in the last half year a chance to post their Matty stuff and I'm sure that some of you vets have picked up a few more pieces... Let's see em !

[irishdenny]

i'm not aware of when Mr. Graig Kreindler graced of us wit "The Christian Gentleman" ~ only i know it was at least 10 years ago!

Back then i was in Iraq lurking the Net54... i really never thought that owning one of Mr. Kreindler's remarkable creations was even possible!?!?

Well, i was graced by one none the less!
And it's one of Mr. Christy Mathewson him ownself!

This one of Matty is what i believe is described as a "Study"...
Which really means i was able to purchas'em fir a very reasonable price,
and bein me... jus makes me wanna get wit Graig to create one fir me Sumday!?

*i can recall a few other's here who have these mighty treasures of Matty from Graig...

Please Show them when You have a chance ~
i fir one will be grateful...