Signed Baseball Bat (Attributed to Prince Fielder)
Sports Memorabilia / Multi-media Sculpture • Prince Fielder (Professional Baseball Player)
Style & Movement
Modern Sports Memorabilia / Autograph Art
Medium & Technique
Felt-tip permanent marker on polished ash or maple wood; lathe-turned woodworking with factory-applied clear lacquer finish
Creation Period
Late 2000s to early 2010s (approx. 2005–2013)
Dimensions & Format
Cylindrical format; approximately 34 inches in length (standard MLB size) and 2.5 inches in diameter at the barrel
Subject Description
Vertical signature in black ink on the barrel of a wooden baseball bat. The signature features the distinctive looped 'P' and stylized 'F' characteristic of Major League Baseball player Prince Fielder.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the signature is legible with minor ink bleeding into the wood grain, typical of porous organic supports
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300 USD (depending on bat brand and authentication)
Auction Estimate
$150 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via in-person signing or official sports memorabilia distribution; no visible authentication holograms (PSA/DNA or JSA) are present in the provided crop
Art Historical Significance
A cultural artifact representing the intersection of celebrity, sport, and the commodification of the signature. Within the context of sports history, it represents a six-time MLB All-Star and Silver Slugger recipient.
Notable Features
Distinctive 'loop' in the initial 'P' and the characteristic descending tail of the 's' at the end of the first name
Condition Issues
Minor ink feathering following the wood grain; slight surface abrasions on the lacquer finish; potential UV fading of the marker ink if displayed in direct sunlight
Conservation Recommendations
Display within a UV-protected acrylic case; maintain a stable humidity environment (45-55% RH) to prevent wood cracking; avoid handling the signature area to prevent oil transfer