Wrestling / Boxing / Magazine / Belgium - Lot 169

Wrestling / Boxing / Magazine / Belgium A collection of about forty magazines, including: - LE BICEPS: Belgian magazine (1900–1902). A monthly illustrated magazine in French, large format (36.5 x 27 cm), 8 pages, covering all athletic sports: wrestling, boxing, etc. It is the official publication of the Belgian Athletic Federation. The lot includes all issues published except for one (No. 3 from 1900). It offers a rare wealth of information on wrestling during the Belle Époque. It features the obituary of Kara-Ahmed and Miss Athléta on the front page. Some issues feature important illustrations by Genilloud or Eugène Broerman. Very poor overall condition - LA VIE AU GRAND AIR: 6 issues from 1901, 5 of which are in fine condition with their color covers (often featuring wrestling): Nos. 160, 165, 168, 169 (no cover), 170, 172 (Christmas special)