Fred Merkle Autographed Photograph by Frank W. Smith (Period Rotogravure Photomatch)(NL Championship Team)(PSA/DNA 7 NM)

Original 5"x8" sepia tone image in a matte finish by Frank W. Smith who was a noted photographer for the Cleveland Plain Dealer during the early part of the 20th century. The image pictures Merkle wearing Giants uniform in throwing pose signed across the front in black fountain pen along with "Chicago-1911" notation. Signature rates 7 out of 10. Several vertical ink lines written on right margin possibly related to its publishing within the rotogravure. Small number "5" in pencil on right margin with few small black paper residue spots on back. Includes printed 8"x10" image of the New York Giants rotogravure by Frank Smith, full LOA from JSA, and has been encapsulated by PSA/DNA (7 NM): Photo: EX, Signature: NM