Description
Wrestler Dick Shikat Vintage Original Photo – 1930’s – Richard I. Schikat was born on January 11, 1897 in Ragnitz, Tilsit, East Prussia, and
began wrestling as early as 15 years old. Richard I. Shikat was a German professional wrestler and World Heavyweight Champion who was active in the early portion of the twentieth century. Shikat was considered to be one of the most dangerous ‘hookers’ of his era and had memorable bouts with Ed “Strangler” Lewis, Wladek Zbyszko, and Jim Londos. On offer is an original, vintage portrait photo on heavy stock of Dick Shikat. It measures 8″ x 10″ and is in excellent condition, no creases, sharp corners, a light stain on the left edge and on the back of the photo.
