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1948 Michigan Wolverines Artwork: Aluminum Wall Art

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1948 Michigan Wolverines Artwork: Aluminum Wall Art

By Vintage Brand™ not affiliated with or sponsored by Michigan Wolverines
In the mid-1920s, the University of Michigan introduced a mounted and stuffed wolverine named "Biff" as the team mascot. In 1923, after seeing the University of Wisconsin football team carry live badgers at games, University of Michigan athletic director and football coach Fielding H. Yost decided to procure a wolverine. The best he could do in 1924 was to obtain a mounted and stuffed wolverine from the Hudson's Bay Company. The stuffed wolverine was named “Biff” and was featured on the cover of a 1925 game program. Then, in 1927, the Detroit Zoo acquired ten wolverines from Alaska. During the 1927 season, Yost struck a deal with the zoo to have two of the wolverines transported to Ann Arbor on football Saturdays. The two wolverines were nicknamed “Biff” and “Bennie” and were paraded around Michigan Stadium during football games. Biff and Bennie’s first appearance came on dedication day for Michigan Stadium in 1927.

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(8" x 10")

In the mid-1920s, the University of Michigan introduced a mounted and stuffed wolverine named "Biff" as the team mascot. In 1923, after seeing the University of Wisconsin football team carry live badgers at games, University of Michigan athletic director and football coach Fielding H. Yost decided to procure a wolverine. The best he could do in 1924 was to obtain a mounted and stuffed wolverine from the Hudson's Bay Company. The stuffed wolverine was named “Biff” and was featured on the cover of a 1925 game program. Then, in 1927, the Detroit Zoo acquired ten wolverines from Alaska. During the 1927 season, Yost struck a deal with the zoo to have two of the wolverines transported to Ann Arbor on football Saturdays. The two wolverines were nicknamed “Biff” and “Bennie” and were paraded around Michigan Stadium during football games. Biff and Bennie’s first appearance came on dedication day for Michigan Stadium in 1927.
Product details
Add stunning, custom metal prints to your decor and bring vintage images to life. Artwork has been reproduced from the original and has been digitally restored, framed, and enhanced for vibrant color. Attached wall-mount piece creates a lovely floating effect.
  • Dimensions: 8.5” x 11” with 0.45” thickness
  • Aluminum metal panel with 1/8” rounded radius corners
  • Aluminum shadow mount attached for easy mounting
  • Highest fade resistance
  • Lightweight and easy to clean
  • Weight: 0.37 lbs.
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