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Photographic Print : London 1908 Olympic Games One of the earliest Olympic dramas to be captured on film
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London 1908 Olympic Games One of the earliest Olympic dramas to be captured on film
London 1908 Olympic Games One of the earliest Olympic dramas to be captured on film. Pietri Dorando collapses after crossing the finishing line in the 1908 Olympic Marathon. Dorando was disqualified from the race after receiving help from the official holding the megaphone in the final lap. The picture went all around the world
Bernard Grant
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21663164
© Mirrorpix
1900s 1908 Athlete Athletics Audio Constables Exhaustion Games Marathon Megaphone Moods Occupation Officers Og2012 Olympic Olympics Police Race Sports Tired Track Venue Expressions
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints, featuring the iconic image "London 1908 Olympic Games: Pietri Dorando Collapses" by Bernard Grant from Memory Lane Prints. Witness one of the earliest Olympic dramas to be captured on film, as Dorando Pietri collapses after crossing the finishing line in the 1908 Olympic Marathon. Relive the history and emotion of the moment with this stunning, high-quality print. Perfect for any sports enthusiast, history buff, or art collector. Order yours today and add a piece of Olympic history to your home or office decor. #LondonOlympics #OlympicHistory #SportsPrints #MemoryLanePrints
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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This print takes us back to the London 1908 Olympic Games, capturing one of the earliest Olympic dramas ever recorded on film. The image freezes a moment that would become legendary in sports history. In this intense scene, we witness Italian athlete Pietri Dorando collapsing just after crossing the finishing line in the 1908 Olympic Marathon. The exhaustion etched on his face is palpable as he pushes himself to his physical limits. However, what makes this photograph truly remarkable is the controversy surrounding Dorando's disqualification from the race. As our eyes scan through the picture, we notice an official holding a megaphone who had offered assistance to Dorando during his final lap. This act of aid ultimately led to his disqualification and sparked heated debates worldwide about fair play and sportsmanship. Decades later, this iconic image continues to evoke strong emotions and moods associated with both triumph and disappointment. It serves as a reminder of how even in moments of great achievement, human fallibility can shape sporting events forever. Bernard Grant's expertly captured photograph transports us back in time, allowing us to relive this significant chapter in Olympic history. It stands as a testament not only to athletic prowess but also highlights ethical dilemmas faced by athletes throughout generations.
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