Here They
Are in All Their Glory!
The
Uniforms of the Chicago Blackhawks
Bask in the Tradition. Bask
in the Memories.
Titled “Evolution Of A
Legend” and Licensed by the National Hockey League,
the Artwork is available in two framed presentations:
An eye-catching framed-and-matted print
measuring 12” x 21” that sells for only $52 each—which is an exceptional
value for a fully assembled Artpiece of this size. And a dramatic 19” x 39” triple-matted high-quality print (a
Letter of Authenticity is included) that is limited to an edition size of only
299 and sells for the discounted cost of $399.
Please note your Artwork will arrive at your
door in 7 to 10 days when you place your order. And needless to say, there is a 30-day full moneyback
guarantee. In addition, The
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The Greatest-Scapes also offers the option of
an interest-free Extended Payment Plan for credit card orders. For the $52 framed print, you can pay $26.00
upfront and the balance of $26.00 thirty days later. While the $399 framed Limited Edition can be purchased with an
initial $133, and payments of $133 billed thirty and sixty days later.
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And this Artwork evokes an unmistakably
Classic quality. Indeed, it will look
at home next to a diploma or a work of fine art. Whether you hang it on a wall or lean it on a shelf or mantle,
the Artwork will make a striking impression.
Please keep in mind, though, the visuals
depicted here on the website simply can not do justice to the detail and
quality of the actual Artwork.
Please note the uniform images shown are
produced from hand-painted watercolor paintings. The publisher chose this route, rather than photographs, because
in many cases original jerseys no longer exist, even at the various halls of
fame. In addition, a more consistent
look and feel for the uniforms is achieved by painting them, and allows for a
higher level of detail than a photograph in some cases.
Here, then, is a detailed description of the
12” x 21” Artpiece that sells for only $52 each. It consists of a 5” x 15” paper print that is housed in a black
frame with a textured black mat. The
black mat has a white groove cut into it, thus adding depth and beauty to the
piece. Weighing approximately five
pounds, the Artwork is covered by crystal-clear glass and includes a
“hanger” on the back to allow for easy hanging. The black frame—and especially the textured black mat with
white groove—makes this a truly stunning Artpiece.
The above is an example of the
12” x 21” Artpiece, which depicts the Washington Redskins.
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As for the 19” x 39” Limited Edition Artwork,
please note each Artwork is printed on 115-lb Garda Gloss stock and then
mounted to avoid any rippling effects.
As for its matting and framing, the Limited Edition is triple-matted in
an acid-free framing style. The outer
mat is a rich, black textured mat with white core. The middle and inner mat colors have been selected to complement
the team’s colors and the overall framed piece. The matting is framed to create a shadow box effect, giving the
entire framed piece a unique three-dimensional look. The frame is an exquisite solid wood frame finished with a rich
black matte texture, chosen to complement all three mats and the print
itself. Finally, the Artpiece is
protected by high-quality framing glass; the total weight of the Artpiece being
approximately 10 pounds.
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The above is
an example of the 19” x 39” Limited Edition Artpiece,
which depicts
the New York Yankees.
Here then is the history of the Blackhawks’ Uniforms …
#1.
1926-27
The Western Hockey League is disbanded after
the 1925-26 season, and coffee baron Major Frederic McLaughlin is convinced to
purchase the Portland Rosebuds. A consortium headed by McLaughlin buys the
franchise for $200,000, moves the team to the Windy City and changes the name.
Supposedly, McLaughlin named the team the ‘Blackhawks’ for two reasons: he was
an ex-military commander, who belonged to the 85th Blackhawk
Division in World War I…and a ‘Chief Blackhawk’ was the leader of an Indian
tribe in the Midwest. The Blackhawks, using the Chicago Coliseum as their home,
readied to begin NHL play for the 1926-27 season – as one of 10 teams. Led by
such ex-Portland personnel as Dick Irvin, Sr. (who would later coach), Rabbit
McVeigh, and Percy Traub and joined by newcomer Babe Dye – the Blackhawks
finished their inaugural season a respectable 19-22-3 for 3rd in the
‘American Division’. Note the unique, 2
colour, striped uniforms the Blackhawks used for the better part of their 1st
decade (they were 1 of 3 teams to use a 2-colour scheme – Toronto & Detroit
being the others!) Also note the ‘Chief Blackhawk’ logo on the chest – an icon
the team still uses to this day!
1928-29 This jersey is the same as the
previous one with the colours reversed. The early to mid-30’s were an
bittersweet period for the franchise – punctuated by the following ups &
downs: by 1932-33, the team was playing their games at the fabled Chicago
Stadium…the 1933-34 season saw the Blackhawks win their 1st Stanley
Cup only to lose their star goaltender, Charlie Gardiner to a brain hemorrhage
2 months later.
1935-36 By the 1935-36 season, the team’s
uniform was converted to the more recognizable 3-colour scheme of black, red
& white – but the team, minus Gardiner, was not considered a Cup contender.
McLaughlin, challenging Canada’s ‘grip’ on hockey, decides to build an
all-American Blackhawks squad – and actually wins the Stanley Cup in the
1937-38 season – defeating the heavy favourite Maple Leafs!
#2.
1946-47 This
jersey, synonymous with Chicago greats such as the Bentley Brothers (Max &
Doug), and Bill Mosienko is showcased for the highly unusual striping pattern
on the sleeves and body of the jersey! You’ll also notice that ‘Chief
Blackhawk’ is also now in full colour. Keep an eye on this fellow…he undergoes
many subtle changes throughout Chicago’s history. For you Blackhawks’ trivia
buffs: did you know that the team’s nickname was usually written as two words –
Black Hawks – right up until the 1985-86 season?
#3.
1952-53 Note
the smaller version of ‘Chief Blackhawk’ on the 1952-53 jersey! How about the
red ‘yoke’ on the shoulders – something the team had early on in their history,
but would eventually drop by the 50’s. Look closely between the 46-47 and 52-53
versions and you’ll notice the font change in the circular logo – the 52-53
sweater features a serif font. An interesting side-bar note…in 1951-52, the NHL
ruled that home teams were to wear white jerseys, and away teams – dark…staying
this way until the 1954-55 season, when the league would reverse this rule,
having the home team wear dark or coloured uniforms. Thus, the 52-53 jersey
showcased here is the Blackhawks’ ROAD sweater.
#4.
1953-54 This
HOME jersey, as worn by top 10 scoring leader Jim McFadden, is very clean &
elegant! Notice the fact that the striping pattern has been simplified from the
46-47 and 52-53 versions. For the 1954-55 season, the NHL imposed a rule change
stating home teams were to wear DARK or coloured uniforms with visitors wearing
white or light. The jersey scheme would stay this way right up until the
1970-71 season.
#5.
1957-58 This
is a great looking sweater, synonymous with Glenn Hall, and symbolizing a very
trying time for the Blackhawks. The 50’s saw Chicago finish in the mid to lower
echelon of the league. By this time, perennial top 10 scoring leader Ted
Lindsay is involved in the infamous deal – sending him from the Red Wings to
the Blackhawks and watching his point totals decrease dramatically. Lindsay
would never again finish in the top 10. On positive notes, 1957-58 marked the
rookie season of budding superstar – Bobby Hull – who would help the Blackhawks
surge again! Glenn Hall is also amidst his record setting string of consecutive
complete games by a goaltender – which finished at an incredible 502 games!
There are many interesting features of the 57-58 sweater: note the laced
collar, the fact that ‘Chief Blackhawk’ is much larger (and without the
traditional circle and text!), the presence of the iconic tomahawks / ‘c’
design on the sleeves, and finally, numbers now exist directly above the
tomahawks!
#6.
1962-63 Led
by all-stars Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita, the Blackhawks win the Stanley Cup
once more in 1960-61 – helping erase the taste of a mediocre to poor 50’s decade
for the franchise. The HOME jersey showcased here is similar in design to
future ROAD jerseys well into the future (in 1970-71 the NHL would rule that
home teams wear light or white jerseys!). Notice the facelift ‘Chief Blackhawk’
has undergone since the 1957-58 jersey!
#7.
1963-64 Boasting
3 players in the league’s top 10 scoring (Mikita, Hull - who finish 1-2 & Kenny Wharam), the
Blackhawks finish 2nd in the regular season, only 1 point behind the
Canadiens! This sweater, as worn by Chicago rookie Phil Esposito, showcases
some great changes from the 1957-58 version. The crossed tomahawks and ‘c’ have
been shifted away from the sleeve stripes to the shoulders. Notice the thick,
black cuffs on the base of the sleeves. The end of the Original Six era is drawing
near (the NHL would expand for the 1967-68 season)…gone will be the days where
4 out of 6 teams would be strong enough to contend for the Stanley Cup! The mid
60’s were also notorious for Hull, Mikita and ‘Boom Boom’ Geoffrion introducing
ridiculously exaggerated (banana) curved stick blades – whereas most NHL’s used
straight blades.
#8.
1972-73 Led
by such greats as Jim Pappin and Tony Esposito, Billy Reay’s Blackhawks win the
West Division only to lose in the Stanley Cup final – bowing out to Scotty
Bowman’s Canadiens 4 games to 2. This marks the 2nd time in the
early 70’s that the Canadiens edge out the Blackhawks for the Cup! Sadly, for
die-hard Chicago fans, the WHA has lured superstar Bobby Hull away for $1
million…one can only imagine the Cup outcome if Hull were still a Blackhawk!
Note the collar on this year’s sweater – by this time, the laces had been
removed, and it’s now striped.
#9.
1983-84 The NHL is now a 21-team league
and find the Blackhawks nestled in the Norris Division. This jersey, synonymous
with the Denis Savard & Steve Larmer era, is actually very similar to the
1963-64 version – note the alterations to ‘Chief Blackhawk’ from past years!
#10.
1991-92 The NHL celebrates its 75th
anniversary! All Original Six teams wear ‘throwback’ jerseys to honour the
occasion – with all franchises wearing the commemorative patch on the right
shoulder. This jersey, as worn by Jeremy Roenick & Chris Chelios, pays
homage to the style worn in the late 40’s and early 50’s. The Blackhawks of the
late 80’s & early 90’s were often at or near the top of the Norris
division…the 91-92 season would see them bow out to the Mario Lemieux-led
Penguins in the Cup final 4-0.
#11.
1997-98 The
Blackhawks say goodbye to their beloved Chicago Stadium in 1994 – the United
Centre across the street is the new mailing address. By this time, many NHL
franchises have introduced 3rd jerseys (with the exception of a few
clubs such as the Canadiens & Red Wings!)…the Blachawks version is
showcased here. Fans had a real appetite for these new incarnations…originally
whetted by the ‘throwback’ jerseys worn in the 1991-92 season.
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The Chicago Blackhawks: “Evolution Of A
Legend”
TRADITION…
MEMORIES… CLASSY…
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