Cushion : Head and head at the winning post
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Head and head at the winning post
Head and head at the winning post. Date c1884
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Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "Head and Head at the Winning Post" from the year 1884, showcases the thrilling excitement and raw emotion of horse racing during America's Gilded Age. The image portrays two jockeys, heads bowed in intense concentration, as they cross the finish line on their powerful steeds. The horse on the left, with its muscular frame and arched neck, appears to have just edged out the competition, its triumphant rider clinging determinedly to its mane. The horse on the right, though slightly behind, is not yet defeated, its rider urging it forward with every fiber of his being. The vibrant colors of the jockeys' silks, the rich greens of the grassy track, and the crisp white of the winning post all come together to create a vivid tableau of speed, strength, and determination. The crowd, a sea of hats and upturned faces, can be seen in the background, their collective breath held as they watch the outcome of the race unfold. Horse racing was a popular pastime for the wealthy elite during this era, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered energy and passion that defined the sport. The jockeys' unwavering focus, the horses' powerful strides, and the roar of the crowd all combine to create a moment frozen in time, a testament to the enduring allure of the racecourse.
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