From 3 to 24 October, Christie’s and Hunt Auctions are proud to present Vintage Sports and Hollywood Online: The Dr G.B. Espy Collection, an online celebration of sports and entertainment memorabilia.

Painstakingly collected over decades, Dr Espy’s collection represents a slice of American popular culture, filled with artifacts from heroes across eras. Important items from Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, ‘Shoeless’ Joe Jackson and Ty Cobb sit alongside iconic pieces from the personal collections of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Clark Gable, Katharine Hepburn and Buddy Holly. With estimates starting at US$100, this is a unique opportunity to acquire stories that have shaped culture, fame andAmerica’s favorite pastime.

Dr Goodman Basil ‘G. B.’ Espy began his lifetime of collecting early, exploring his mother’s antique store. An avid athlete and sports lover, he initially collected college football memorabilia before expanding to other sports. Born in Jackson Alabama and later a long time Atlanta resident, Dr. Espy filled his collection with material from the University of Alabama, the Atlanta Braves, the University of Georgia, and Georgia Tech. Beyond building his extensive collection, Dr Espy was a respected physician andhumanitarian who travelled the globe on medical missions.

The collection will be on view at Rockefeller center October 18-21^st. The online sale will be preceded by a live auction comprised of lots from the same private collection on October 22^nd.