Dunlop McEnroe Pro Select Tennis Racket and Cover
Vintage sports equipment and industrial design object • Manufactured by Dunlop Sports, associated with professional tennis player John McEnroe
Style & Movement
Late 20th-century industrial and sports equipment design
Medium & Technique
Mixed media including laminated wood/composite frame, synthetic gut stringing, leather grip wrap, and vinyl/synthetic leather protective cover
Creation Period
Circa 1980s
Dimensions & Format
Standard adult tennis racket format, approximately 27 inches in length
Subject Description
A vintage Dunlop McEnroe Pro Select tennis racket resting on its matching white and red vinyl zippered cover, which is placed on a textured yellow-gold fabric surface next to a concrete ground background. The composition highlights the iconic branding, signature typography, and classic aesthetic of 1980s tennis culture.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The racket and cover show minor signs of age and light use, but structural integrity appears well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$40 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Acquired from a private collection of vintage sports memorabilia; typical private ownership history from the late 20th century.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the golden era of tennis manufacturing before the widespread adoption of oversized graphite and carbon fiber frames, holding significant nostalgic and cultural value tied to tennis legend John McEnroe.
Notable Features
Features the distinct John McEnroe signature branding and classic Dunlop red and grey typography on both the racket throat and the protective carrying case.
Condition Issues
Minor surface wear, slight discoloration on the white vinyl cover and grip, and light tension loss on the vintage synthetic strings.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent vinyl degradation and wood warping.