Autographed Baseball Bat (Likely Ozzie Smith)
Sports Collectible / Memorabilia; wooden baseball bat • Signature attributed to Ozzie Smith (MLB Hall of Famer)
Style & Movement
Sports Memorabilia / Autograph Art
Medium & Technique
Black permanent marker (likely Sharpie) on finished/lacquered ash or maple wood
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 32-34 inches in length; cylindrical format
Subject Description
The piece features a hand-signed autograph on the barrel of a wooden baseball bat. The signature displays the characteristic loops of the 'O' and the distinctive 'S' and 'z' formation frequently associated with Ozzie 'The Wizard' Smith's handwriting style.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; signature is bold and legible with minimal fading
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $300 USD (dependent on authentication and brand of bat)
Auction Estimate
$150 - $250 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired at a stadium signing, fan convention, or through a private collection. No visible COA (Certificate of Authenticity) stickers in the current view.
Art Historical Significance
While not 'fine art' in a traditional sense, it represents the cultural significance of 20th-century American sports history and the legacy of one of baseball's greatest shortstops.
Notable Features
Bold black signature on a light-colored wood grain; the orientation of the signature suggests a deliberate display piece rather than a game-used item.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scuffs on the wood lacquer; slight bleeding of ink into the wood grain (typical for felt-tip on wood)
Conservation Recommendations
Keep out of direct UV light to prevent ink fading; store in a horizontal acrylic display case; maintain stable humidity to prevent wood warping.