Races Collection (page 5)

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome de la Seine, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: S. F. Cody Wild West Show (c.1893). Known as a showman, sharpshooter, horseman, aviator and aircraft designer

The Winner
A portrait painting of an older gentleman standing proudly, with a smile on his face, wearing a fine top hat and suit, with a spotted bow tie, described as The Winner

Cambridge university rowers
Cambridge undergraduate university rowers competing at the Lent Races. A large crowd can be seen. Date: 1925

Illustration, A Day at the Races
Colour illustration, A Day at the Races showing men and women with carriage and picnic hamper. From the coloured lithographs Les Cocottes Aux Bains De Mer

Photographers capturing fashions at the races, photomontage of outdoor fashion and sporting photographs. Captioned, ??Chic-hunting: running elegance to earth and ?

A V. C. Race, Royal Artillery Sports, Aldershot
A V.C. race at the Royal Artillery Sports, Aldershot, 1885. The event was held by troops at Aldershot Military Town. Date: 1885

Frank Longman Motorbike Racing
Frank Longman (d. 1933) competing in the Lightweight Tourist Trophy (TT) Race on the Isle of Man. The photograph was taken shortly before he suffered a fatal crash. Date: 1933

Rowing from Newnham College
Rowers from Newnham College, Cambridge, about to take part in a race against London University Ladies on the River Thames. Date: 1933

Ascot Scenes
Reproductions of paintings by Charles Simpson (1885-1971) depicting scenes at Ascot on the race course and in the paddock. Date: 1930s

Brooklands Race
Scenes from the British Thousand Miles Race at Brooklands. The wreckage of an M.G. Midget driven by H. Leeson, who died in the accident. And female winners T. H. Wisdom and Joan Richmond. Date: 1932

Derby Sunday
Crowds attending the Derby Sunday races at Epsom, including an open-air church service. Date: 1932

Epsom Racecourse
Illustration by Charles Simpson, showing spectators viewing the action from their vehicles. Date: circa 1932

White City Greyhounds
Advert promoting the White City Greyhound Racing Club. Date: 1932

Towpath Spectators at Oxford Rowing
Spectators line the towpath to watch the Oxford Summer Eights rowing competition. Date: 1932

Brooklands Racetrack and the River Wey
Motor racing at Brooklands, observed by punters on the River Wey. Date: 1932

Newmarket Scenes
Reproductions of watercolours by French artisit Maurice Taquoy (1878-1952), depicting scenes at Newmarket. The top image shows the dip before the finish of the Exeter Stakes

Crystal Palace Speedway
Dirt-track motorcycle racing at the Crystal Palace speedway meeting. Date: 1932

Racing at Kempton Park
A low-angled shot captures both spectators and competitors at the Easter Saturday horserace at Kempton Park. Date: 1932

Female Sailing Umpire
An umpire overseas proceedings at the Burnham-on-Crouch sailing week. Date: 1931

King George's Cup Yachts
Contenders for the King George's Perpetual Challenge Cup at Brixham regatta, an event open to ketch-rigged trawlers over forty tons. Date: 1931

Alfa Romeo Racing Cars
Two Alfa Romeo racing cars competing at the RAC TT (Tourist Trophy) Motor Race held in Ards, Northern Ireland. The race was held here between 1928 and 1936. Date: 1931

TT Race Spectators
Spectators behind a protective grill at the RAC TT (Tourist Trophy) Motor Race held in Ards, Northern Ireland. The race was held here between 1928 and 1936. Date: 1931

Horserace Action
Reproduction of a painting by Louis Malespina (1874-1940) showing the action of a horserace. Date: circa 1920s

Horses Neck-and-Neck
Reproduction of a painting by Louis Malespina (1874-1940) showing vying racehorses. Date: circa 1920s

Schneider Trophy Preparations
British seaplanes being prepared for the Schneider Trophy competition. This race was held twelve times between 1913 and 1931. Date: 1931

Motorboat Racing on the Thames
A motorboat race on the River Thames at Chiswick, organised by the Sussex Motor Yacht Club. Date: 1931

Regatta at Ryde
A starting gun signals the beginning of a yacht race as part of a regatta at Ryde on the Isle of Wight. Date: 1931

Royalty at Sandown
Members of the royal family attending the races at Sandown. Pictured are King George V (1865-1936), Queen Mary (1867-1953), Princess Mary (1897-1965), her husband Henry Lascelles

Yacht Race
The Oxford University Yacht Club competing with the Cambridge University Cruising Club at Ryde. They were competing for the H. Yule Oldham Cup, and Cambridge were victorious. Date: 1931

Horseracing on Ice
Scenes from the Preis von Zurich horse race, taking place on the frozen surface of St Moritz Lake. Date: 1925

Sledge Race at St. Moritz
The frozen lake at St. Moritz was utilised as a race course during the winter months. Date: circa 1925

Obelisk of Theodosius. 4th century. Detail of the pedestal
Obelisk of Roman emperor Theodosius.4th century AD. Detail of the pedestal. Theodosius I offers laurels of victory. Hippodrome of Constantinople. Istanbul, Turkey. Date: 2007

Les Courses
This oil painting shows the busy mayhem of the races, with onlookers and punters offering their support to the racing horses. Date: circa 1920

Goodwood Picnic
An alfresco luncheon party at Goodwood Races. Date: 1939

de Havilland DH. 82A Tiger Moth G-ANEL
de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth II G-ANEL (msn 82333, ex N9238), at Coventry-Baginton Airport, on 13 July 1957, for the 1957 National air races - King's Cup Air Race, with race number 30'

de Havilland DH. 82A Tiger Moth G-ANZU
de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth II G-ANZU (msn 3583, ex L6938), at Coventry-Baginton Airport, on 20 July 1956, for the 1956 National air races - King's Cup Air Race, with race number 20'

Poster, Road America Can-Am Championship, 28-30 August 1970, Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Date: 1970

Grosser Preis von Deutschland (German Grand Prix), Nurburgring race track, World Championship, 5 August 1956. Date: 1956

Poster, German Grand Prix, Nurburgring race track, World Championship, 1 August 1965, including a cycle race. Date: 1965

Poster, Brooklands Motor Course, Weybridge, Surrey, The British Mountain Handicap, Britain's Richest Car Race, Easter Monday, 13 April 1936. Date: 1936

Poster, Brooklands, Weybridge, First Race Meeting of the Season, Saturday 12 March, Car & Motor Cycle Races on Track and Road Circuit, The Right Crowd and No Crowding. Date: circa 1935

Edwardian men and women in their fine attire, socializing in the interval between horse races. Date: 1907

Horses racing, with thousands of spectators. Date: 1844

Abdulla Number Seven cigarettes at the races Date: 1951

Fashionable society at the Ascot meetings : near the bandstand during an interval between the races. Date: 1901

Oxford Cambridge 1892 Transport Boating Boat
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Jockeys in the Rain, c. 1886 (pastel on paper)
GLS2966 Jockeys in the Rain, c.1886 (pastel on paper) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 47x63.5 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

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"Racing Through History: A Thrilling Journey of Speed, Strength, and Triumph" Witness the exhilarating Olympic 400m race finish in 1924 as athletes push their limits to claim victory. Catford Stadium Advertisement: Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled showdown at the renowned racing venue. The Tour de France 2009 - a battle of cycling titans featuring Lance Armstrong and yellow jersey holder Alberto Contador. Step back in time with a vintage poster capturing the excitement of Cheltenham Races in 1936. Reflect on the origins of competition as we celebrate "The First Thanksgiving" held in 1621, where unity and friendly races prevailed. Feel the power and synchronization of rowing boat eights gliding through water, showcasing teamwork at its finest. Marvel at the endurance displayed by marathon runners as they conquer long distances with unwavering determination. Soar high with daredevil pilots during an International Air Display and Races Poster event that will leave you breathless. Shamrock V races against fierce competitors, demonstrating sailing prowess amidst challenging conditions. Immerse yourself in tradition at El Palio horse race festival where riders fiercely compete for glory within Siena's historic Piazza del Campo. Relive one of history's most iconic rivalries - Oxford vs Cambridge - dating all the way back to their intense clash in 1873. Experience heart-pounding action from a front-row view as three jockeys fight tooth and nail to cross that finish line first. From ancient times to modern-day spectacles, they have captivated audiences worldwide, embodying human spirit, perseverance, and triumph over adversity across various disciplines – be it running tracks or horse tracks; roads or rivers; skies or seas; fields or stadiums – these contests continue to inspire us all.