Chris Smith was there. In 1964, at the 5th Street Gym in Miami, he photographed a young Cassius Clay alongside The Beatles — capturing one of the most iconic sports and cultural moments of the 20th century. Each print is produced on silver gelatin paper using a Durst Lambda process, signed by Chris Smith, and issued as a strictly limited, individually numbered edition. Once sold, they will never be reprinted.
Browse the Collections
View Galleries: Ali | Hockney | Sports
From the iconic Muhammad Ali and The Beatles shot to ringside portraits and rare behind-the-scenes moments, the Chris Smith collection spans fight nights, training sessions, and sporting history. Browse the Muhammad Ali Gallery, Sports Photography, David Hockney works, and the General collection.
Why Collectors Choose These Prints
Silver Gelatin Prints
Produced on silver gelatin paper via a Durst Lambda process — delivering the tonal depth and longevity of traditional photographic printing.
Strictly Limited & Signed
Each print is individually numbered and personally signed by Chris Smith. Once an edition sells out, it will never be reprinted.
Collected at Auction
Prints from this collection have been acquired by collectors at Sotheby’s and Phillips. Each comes with full provenance documentation and a certificate of authenticity.
Archival Quality
Printed on fibre-based silver gelatin paper built to last for generations without fading.