From the Babe’s hands to yours! Photographic collaborations including the inimitable Babe Ruth typically involved New York Evening Telegram sports photographer Charles Conlon, but this wonderful portrait image of the Bambino was taken by the famed West Coast Hartsook Studios. With clients that include Henry Ford, Charles Lindbergh and President Woodrow Wilson, it’s no wonder that the most famous person on the planet would employ their services. This endearing and magnificent Type 1 portrait of George Herman “Babe” Ruth remains housed in the original studio presentation folio. With a big, broad smile, perfectly coiffed hair and decked out in his tux, the Yankees great looks like a Hollywood star. This circa-1920s photo presents The Babe tuxedoed with a diamond studded button beneath his impeccably tied bow-tie. The Hartsook Photo signature is imprinted at the lower left and only a small border tear at left. This matte finish masterpiece originates from the Ruth family and deserves a Ruthian home for the future. The "Hartsook - California stamped" folio offers moderate, expected edge and corner wear, superbly protecting this prized portrait so often proudly presented to adoring fans and friends. A letter of provenance is included, direct from The Babe’s granddaughter Linda Ruth Toseth. One of his finest portrait shots EVER!