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Percy Lambert and the Talbot covering 100 miles in one hour at Brooklands track in 1913 (colour litho)
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Percy Lambert and the Talbot covering 100 miles in one hour at Brooklands track in 1913 (colour litho)
7178782 Percy Lambert and the Talbot covering 100 miles in one hour at Brooklands track in 1913 (colour litho) by Crosby, Frederick Gordon (1885-1943) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Percy Lambert and the Talbot covering 100 miles in one hour at Brooklands track in 1913. Illustration for The Endless Quest for Speed, Second Series (Autocar / Iliffe, c 1938).); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant and dynamic lithograph captures the thrilling moment when Percy Lambert, driving a Talbot car, accomplished the incredible feat of covering 100 miles in just one hour at Brooklands track in 1913. The image showcases the early twentieth-century fascination with speed and the relentless pursuit of breaking records. In this colorful illustration by Frederick Gordon Crosby, we see Lambert's Talbot racing around the track with great intensity. The vivid hues bring to life the excitement and energy of this historic event. The artist skillfully portrays both the power of the vehicle and Lambert's determination as he pushes himself to achieve this remarkable milestone. The image not only celebrates Lambert's achievement but also pays homage to motor racing as a whole. It highlights how cars became symbols of progress and modernity during that era. This lithograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire for pushing boundaries. Displayed against a backdrop of blue skies, green grass, and cheering spectators, this artwork encapsulates an important moment in sporting history. It reminds us of our ongoing quest for speed, innovation, and personal triumphs on both individual and collective levels. Overall, this print invites us into an exhilarating world where man meets machine in a race against time.
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