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Fine Art Print : Horse Box. 26th March 1914: Lowering a race horses travelling box onto the back of a lorry
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Horse Box. 26th March 1914: Lowering a race horses travelling box onto the back of a lorry
26th March 1914: Lowering a race horses travelling box onto the back of a lorry, 1914. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 11969320
1910 1919 Box Container Crane Construction Machinery Horse Horse Racing Land Vehicle Mode Of Transport Rear Semi Truck Sport Sports Race Transport Top Lowering
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Horse Box fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken by the Topical Press Agency in 1914, depicts the lowering of a horse box onto the back of a lorry, transporting the precious cargo with care. The black-and-white photograph transports you back in time, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Add this timeless piece to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and tradition. Each print is produced using the highest quality materials and printing techniques to ensure a stunning, museum-quality finish. Bring a piece of history into your space with our Horse Box fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.8cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Horse Box - A Glimpse into the Past of Equine Transportation
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph, captured on 26th March 1914 by Topical Press Agency, takes us back in time to witness a significant moment in the world of horse racing. The image showcases a remarkable scene as a racehorse's traveling box is being carefully lowered onto the back of a lorry using an impressive vehicle crane. The landscape setting highlights the utilitarian nature of this transport operation, emphasizing its practicality rather than aesthetic appeal. With no people visible in the frame, our attention is solely focused on this extraordinary mode of transport that was crucial for moving prized horses from one location to another during that era. The archival quality and monochromatic format add depth and character to this historical snapshot. It serves as a reminder of how transportation methods have evolved over time, particularly within the realms of sports and leisure activities like horse racing. As we delve into this fascinating piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, we are transported back to an era where semi trucks were not only used for commercial purposes but also played an essential role in transporting these magnificent creatures. This print captures both the excitement surrounding sports races and provides insight into early 20th-century consumer products such as specialized boxes designed specifically for equine travel. Overall, "Horse Box" offers viewers a glimpse into an intriguing chapter in history when horse racing was at its peak and transportation innovations were revolutionizing various industries.
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