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International Toboggan Races in the Engadine, Switzerland (engraving)
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International Toboggan Races in the Engadine, Switzerland (engraving)
1045828 International Toboggan Races in the Engadine, Switzerland (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: International Toboggan Races in the Engadine, Switzerland. Illustration for The Graphic, 29 November 1884.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23541600
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Announcing Bump Course Engadine Prize Winners Races Sledging Start Starter Winning Post Overtaking Pegging Swissman
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This engraving captures the exhilarating atmosphere of the International Toboggan Races in the picturesque Engadine region of Switzerland. Created by William Ralston in 1884, this print showcases a thrilling moment as competitors race towards the winning post, vying for victory and glory. The scene is alive with action and anticipation. The racers skillfully navigate their sleds down the icy course, overtaking each other with precision and determination. Spectators eagerly watch from the sidelines, anxiously awaiting to see who will emerge as the prize winners. The setting itself adds to the charm of this image. The snow-covered landscape of Engadine provides a stunning backdrop for this winter sport spectacle. With its majestic mountains and pristine slopes, it's no wonder that tobogganing has become such a beloved leisure activity in this region. Amidst all the excitement, an announcer stands at a podium, his voice booming through the crisp mountain air as he declares updates on each racer's progress. A starter prepares to release another batch of sledgers onto the course while others can be seen pegging their sleds before taking off. This engraving not only captures a thrilling sporting event but also offers us a glimpse into Swiss culture and European winter traditions. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and our enduring love for outdoor adventures in even some of nature's harshest conditions.
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