Fine Art Print : Bookmaker taking bets from crowds of punters before the race at Leopardstown in Ireland
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Bookmaker taking bets from crowds of punters before the race at Leopardstown in Ireland
Bookmaker taking bets from crowds of punters before the race at Leopardstown in Ireland
March 1967
Fitzpatrick
mirrorpix
Ireland
GL*3673609
Media ID 21545348
© Mirrorpix
Betting Busy Gambling Horseracing Occupations
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the thrilling world of horse racing with our exquisite Fine Art Print by Fitzpatrick from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the electric atmosphere at Leopardstown Racecourse in Ireland, 1967, as a charismatic bookmaker takes bets from eager crowds, their faces etched with anticipation and excitement. This stunning print captures the raw energy and passion of the sport, transporting you back in time to an era of thrilling races and unforgettable moments. A must-have for any racing enthusiast or art collector, this Fine Art Print is a beautiful addition to any home or office space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph captured by Fitzpatrick in March 1967, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of Leopardstown racecourse in Ireland. The image showcases a bustling scene before the commencement of an exhilarating horseracing event. At the center of attention stands a bookmaker, his face etched with concentration as he deftly takes bets from eager punters. Surrounding him is a sea of animated men, their eyes fixed on the racing form guides clutched tightly in their hands. Excitement permeates through the air as each individual hopes to strike it lucky and secure a winning bet. The composition beautifully captures both the energy and camaraderie that exists within such gatherings. The blurred figures in motion convey a sense of urgency, reflecting how time seems to stand still when one's fortune hangs delicately on the outcome of these magnificent creatures thundering down the track. This snapshot not only encapsulates an era but also highlights gambling as an occupation deeply intertwined with sporting events like horseracing. It serves as a poignant reminder that for many individuals during this period, placing bets was not just about monetary gains but also about being part of something larger than themselves - joining together with fellow enthusiasts to revel in shared passions and experiences. Fitzpatrick's lens has frozen this moment forever, allowing us to peer into history and witness firsthand the allure and fervor surrounding betting at Leopardstown racecourse during Ireland's golden age of horseracing in the swinging sixties.
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