Dick Butkus Appraisal

Dick Butkus Signed Limited Edition Print by Daniel Smith

This item is a framed limited edition print depicting legendary football player Dick Butkus in his Chicago Bears uniform. The print is housed within a black frame with a dark red inner accent border, and matted with what appears to be a textured, off-white, double-layer mat board. The image itself captures Butkus in a classic pose, wearing his dark football jersey with the number '51' prominently displayed on the front, along with off-white football pants that show signs of dirt and grass stains, indicating a dynamic, in-game representation. He is also wearing a dark helmet with a white face mask and what appears to be a 'C' logo on the side. His expression is intense, characteristic of his playing style. Below the main image, the print is signed by 'Dick Butkus' and 'Daniel Smith', likely the artist, and is numbered '97/500', indicating it is the 97th print out of a limited run of 500. The signatures and numbering are consistent with authentic limited edition sports art. The overall condition appears to be good, with no visible rips, tears, or significant discoloration to the print itself. There is some glare on the glass of the frame in the provided image, but no obvious damage to the framing or matting is discernible. The style suggests it is a modern sports art print, likely produced in the late 20th or early 21st century. The craftsmanship of the framing appears professional, enhancing the presentation of the collectible.