For many boxing fans, watching Muhammad Ali was akin to witnessing a piece of art, or poetry in motion. In his pomp Ali would have happily agreed.
Now, as our greatest living sporting icon approaches his 70th birthday, a gallery in Manchester has decided to honour him with an exhibition of some of the best artworks inspired by the former champion and Olympic gold medal winner.
Generation Pop has gathered several pieces from around the world, each one approved and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from ‘Muhammad Ali Enterprises’.
Running from 17 January to 17 February, the Muhammad Ali Art Exhibition includes piece by British artist Paul Oz, who is an official artist for the Bruce Lee family and American artist Joe Petruccio who in 2006 was chosen by MGM and Sly Stallone to create a series of paintings to honour 30 years of Rocky.
Check out a selection of the work on display below: