Frank Howard Autographed Dodgers Photograph
Signed sports photograph on glossy photographic paper • Photographer unknown; produced by Photo File, Inc. (Official MLB licensee); Autograph by Frank Howard
Style & Movement
Sports Memorabilia / Documentary Photography
Medium & Technique
Chromogenic color print (C-print) with hand-applied blue felt-tip ink (marker) inscription
Creation Period
2006 (Copyright date for Photo File, Inc.); original image depicts Howard circa 1960-1964
Dimensions & Format
Standard 8x10 inches in portrait orientation
Subject Description
A portrait of Los Angeles Dodgers player Frank Howard in a batting stance. Howard is wearing his Dodgers uniform, cap, and signature glasses. The inscription reads: 'To Bob Good Luck Frank Howard 1960 N.L. R.O.Y.' referencing his National League Rookie of the Year win.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; signature is bold and vibrant, though the photograph is housed in a flexible plastic sleeve exhibiting some glares and minor surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
$40.00 - $75.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$30.00 - $60.00 USD
Provenance History
Produced by Photo File, Inc. as an officially licensed MLB product; personally inscribed to 'Bob' by the player at a later date, likely at a signing event or through the mail.
Art Historical Significance
Represents mid-20th-century baseball history and the career of one of the era's most physically imposing power hitters. Howard was a key figure for the Dodgers before being traded to the Washington Senators. This piece serves as a commemorative artifact of his 1960 Rookie of the Year achievement.
Notable Features
Includes an official MLB hologram sticker in the bottom right corner of the print and the Photo File, Inc. copyright mark in the bottom left edge. Features a personalized inscription with a historical career milestone note ('1960 N.L. R.O.Y.').
Condition Issues
The photograph appears slightly curled within the sleeve; potential for minor ink fading over time if exposed to UV light; sleeve shows light scuffing.
Conservation Recommendations
Remove from flexible plastic sleeve and house in an acid-free archival top-loader or frame with UV-protective glass. Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight to prevent ink and color fading.