Framed Print : Javelin thrower, 1913
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Javelin thrower, 1913
The graceful pose of a javelin thrower published to accompany an article by F. A. M. Webster in The Bystander suggesting reasons for Britains failure in the 1912 Stockholm Olympic Games was down to a lack of interest and commitment to field sports. Date: 1913
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Media ID 14403270
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Athlete Athletes Athletics Aug16 Graceful Javelin Olympic Olympics Pose Position Sportsman Thrower Throwing Games
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Experience the elegance and history of Olympic sports with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures the grace and determination of a Javelin Thrower, taken in 1913 by F. A. M. Webster and published in The Bystander. A must-have for sports enthusiasts and history buffs, this framed print brings a piece of the past into your home or office. The high-quality print is expertly framed to preserve its beauty and add a touch of timeless sophistication to any space. Order yours today and relive the stories of Olympic glory.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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 elegant image captures the grace and power of a javelin thrower in the midst of competition. The photograph, published in The Bystander in 1913, accompanied an article by F. A. M. Webster exploring reasons for Britain's disappointing performance at the 1912 Stockholm Olympic Games. With only seven gold medals won, Webster suggested a lack of interest and commitment to field sports as a contributing factor. The javelin thrower in this photograph embodies the intensity and focus required to excel in athletics. His strong, muscular build and determined expression convey the immense effort and dedication necessary to hurl the javelin with precision and power. The thrower's position, with one foot planted firmly on the ground and the other leg bent at the knee, demonstrates the balance and stability essential for a successful throw. The open space surrounding the athlete highlights the solitary nature of the event, with the javelin's flight path extending into the distance. The natural light and soft focus of the image add to the serene and almost dreamlike atmosphere, emphasizing the beauty and poetry of the moment. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the passion and dedication required to excel in athletics, and the importance of maintaining a strong commitment to the development and support of field sports.
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