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Olympics / 1896 Loues
Spyridon Loues winning the race from Marathon
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1896 Athens Marathon Olympics Stadium Waving Winning
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of the Olympics with our exquisite jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This stunning puzzle, featuring the iconic image "Olympics / 1896 Loues" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the very first modern Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. Witness the triumphant moment of Spyridon Loues as he crosses the finish line to win the Marathon race. With intricately detailed pieces and vibrant, high-quality images, our jigsaw puzzles offer a fun and engaging experience for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Olympics and create a beautiful display piece for your home or office.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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 historic photograph captures the triumphant moment of Spyridon Loues crossing the finish line to win the first Marathon race in the modern Olympic Games, held in Athens, Greece, in 1896. The image, taken at the Panathenaic Stadium, shows Loues in the center, his face etched with determination and relief, as he raises his right arm in victory. The crowd, a sea of hats and excited faces, roars with applause and enthusiasm, their energy palpable in the air. The atmosphere is electric, filled with the spirit of competition and the joy of witnessing history in the making. The Marathon race, a traditional Greek long-distance footrace named after the legendary messenger Pheidippides, was one of the original events in the first modern Olympic Games. The course, based on the ancient one, was 26.2 miles long, and Loues completed it in an impressive time of 2 hours, 58 minutes, and 50 seconds. His victory marked a significant moment in sports history and helped establish the Olympic Games as a global cultural phenomenon. This photograph is not only a testament to Loues' athletic prowess but also a reminder of the enduring power of the Olympic spirit. It invites us to reflect on the rich history of the Olympic Games and the countless stories of triumph and perseverance they have inspired over the years. A true treasure for history enthusiasts, sports fans, and anyone with a love for the human spirit, this image is a must-have for any collection.
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