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Fine Art Print : Le Mans 1929, Tim Birkin with Babe Barnato
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Le Mans 1929, Tim Birkin with Babe Barnato
Early Car Motor Racing - Le Mans 1929, Tim Birkin with Babe Barnato.
1929
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Media ID 23075342
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an iconic image of early motor racing history. Witness the thrilling moment at Le Mans 1929 as Tim Birkin and Babe Barnato team up in this stunning photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library. This beautifully detailed print captures the essence of the golden age of motorsport, making it a must-have for any racing enthusiast or fine art collector's wall. Experience the passion, the speed, and the history with this exceptional piece.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of excitement and camaraderie at the 1929 Le Mans 24-hour race, one of the most iconic events in the annals of motor racing history. In the foreground, British racing driver Tim Birkin (1896-1964) is seen sharing a light-hearted moment with Babe Barnato (1894-1948), a South African entrepreneur and racing driver, as they stand among a sea of flowers. The two men, both dressed in stylish suits and goggles, exude an air of confidence and determination. The Le Mans race, held in France, was a grueling endurance test for both man and machine, with teams and drivers pushing their vehicles to the limit as they raced through the night and day. Birkin and Barnato were part of the Bentley team, which dominated the event that year, winning the coveted first place with their Bentley 4 1/2 Litre 'Blower' car. The 1920s, also known as the Jazz Age or the Roaring Twenties, was a time of great social and cultural change, and motor racing reflected this spirit of adventure and innovation. The era saw the rise of the automobile as a symbol of freedom and status, and races like Le Mans captured the public's imagination. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of early motor racing and the men who dared to push the limits of what was possible. With their smiling faces and the vibrant flowers surrounding them, Birkin and Barnato embody the spirit of competition, camaraderie, and the thrill of the race.
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