Framed Print : Last lap of the Olympic torch, 1948 London Olympics
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Last lap of the Olympic torch, 1948 London Olympics
John Mark, a British athlete, runs the last lap around Wembley Arena with the Olympic torch during the Opening Ceremony of the 1948 London Olympic Games. Date: 29 July 1948
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1948 Arena Athlete Athletics Beacon Ceremonies Ceremony Flame Mark Olympiad Olympic Olympics Opening Running Runs Sporting Torch Wembley Xivth Ceremonie Games
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Last lap of the Olympic torch, 1948 London Olympics" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness history unfold as British athlete John Mark takes the last lap around Wembley Arena with the Olympic torch during the Opening Ceremony of the 1948 London Olympic Games. This timeless photograph captures the spirit of determination and triumph that defines the Olympic Games. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and lasting addition to your home or office décor. Own a piece of Olympic history and relive the magic of the 1948 London Olympics with this exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the final moments of the Opening Ceremony of the 1948 London Olympic Games, as British athlete John Mark completes the last lap around Wembley Arena with the Olympic torch in hand. The date was July 29, 1948, and this historic moment marked the XIVth Olympiad, which came after a 12-year hiatus due to the Second World War. The Opening Ceremony was a symbolic beacon of hope and resilience, as the world came together to celebrate the revival of the Olympic Games. The arena, filled with an eager and excited crowd, bore witness to this momentous occasion. John Mark, a proud representative of his country, carried the torch with determination and grace, embodying the spirit of sportsmanship and unity that the Olympics represent. The torch, a symbol of the Olympic flame that had traveled from Greece to London, was passed from runner to runner in a traditional relay leading up to this final lap. The flame, a beacon of hope and unity, had traveled through various European countries before reaching London, symbolizing the unity and solidarity of the international community. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of the Olympic Games to bring people together, to inspire and to uplift. It is a reminder of the importance of sports, not just as a form of competition, but as a means of fostering peace, unity, and understanding among nations. The image of John Mark, running the last lap with the torch, is a powerful symbol of the Olympic spirit and the indomitable human spirit that drives us to strive for excellence and to overcome adversity.
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