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Framed Print : Red Jenatzy, winner of Gordon Bennett Cup motor race
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Red Jenatzy, winner of Gordon Bennett Cup motor race
Red Jenatzy, winner of the Gordon Bennett Cup motor race at the wheel of a 1903 Mercedes, with a speed of 49.2 mph.
early 20th century
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Media ID 23082936
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Bennett Driver Driving Gordon Mercedes Spectators Speed Steering Wheel Winner
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Experience the thrill of the early 20th century Gordon Bennett Cup motor race with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image showcases Red Jenatzy, the triumphant winner, as he pushes his 1903 Mercedes to its limits, achieving a record-breaking speed of 49.2 mph. Add an element of history and sophistication to your space with this beautifully presented, museum-quality Framed Print. A must-have for motorsport enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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.
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Red Jenatzy, a daring and skilled racer of the early 20th century, is captured in this historic photograph as he triumphantly crosses the finish line at the Gordon Bennett Cup motor race in 1903. The event, held in Ireland, marked a significant milestone in the annals of automotive history as Jenatzy set a new world record speed of 49.2 miles per hour (79.1 kilometers per hour) behind the wheel of his powerful Mercedes. Dressed in a red tunic and goggles, Jenatzy looks focused and determined as he expertly maneuvers the vehicle, its large tires leaving trails of dust on the winding road. The Mercedes, an engineering marvel of the era, roars with raw power, its sleek design and innovative features setting it apart from other cars of the time. The scene is filled with a sense of excitement and anticipation as a large crowd of spectators gathers to witness the thrilling race. Men and women, dressed in their finest Edwardian attire, cheer and wave their hats, their faces etched with a mixture of awe and delight. The race, which was the precursor to the modern-day Formula One Grand Prix, showcased the spirit of competition and innovation that would come to define the automotive industry for generations to come. Jenatzy's victory in the Gordon Bennett Cup marked the beginning of a storied career for the Belgian driver, who would go on to set numerous speed records and win several races. This photograph, a testament to the thrill and excitement of early motor racing, remains an enduring symbol of the passion and ingenuity of the Edwardian era.
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