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1908 Olympic Ice Skaters
A montage of competitors who took part in the figure skating events at the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. The event was held at the Princes Skating Club in Knightsbridge. This was the first time a winter sport had been featured in the Olympic Games. It would be another sixteen years before the first Winter Olympics in Chamonix in1924. From left to right: 1. Nikolai Panin (later Panin-Kolomenkin) of Russia; 2. Madge Syers of Great Britain; 3. Dorothy Greenhough-Smith (Great Britain); 4. Per Thoren (Sweden); 5. R.Johansson (Sweden); 6. Ulrich Salkow (Sweden); 7. A. Cumming (GB); 8. and 9. James and Phyllis Johnson (GB); 10. E.Lycett (GB); 11. I.Brokaw (USA); 12. Anna Hubler (Germany); 13.Heinrich Burger (Germany); 14. E.Rendschmidt (Germany). Date: October 1908
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14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our stunning 1908 Olympic Ice Skaters print from Media Storehouse. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into history with a montage of figure skating competitors who graced the ice at the Princes Skating Club in Knightsbridge during the 1908 Summer Olympics in London. Add this exquisite piece of sports history to your home or office décor and relive the thrill of the games from a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 16.2cm (14" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. This photograph captures the essence of the historic 1908 Olympic Games in London, where figure skating made its debut as a winter sport amidst the summer events. The image, taken at the Princes Skating Club in Knightsbridge, showcases a montage of the brave competitors who graced the ice rink that October. 2. From left to right, we see the determined faces of eleven athletes hailing from Russia, Sweden, Germany, and the United States. In the foreground, Nikolai Panin (later Panin-Kolomenkin) of Russia, with his confident posture and intense focus, sets the tone for the rest of the group. 3. Next to him stands Madge Syers of Great Britain, the first woman to perform a double jump in competition. Her elegant pose and graceful expression embody the beauty and artistry of figure skating. 4. Dorothy Greenhough-Smith, also from Great Britain, is depicted in a poised and focused stance, her eyes fixed on the horizon as she prepares for her routine. 5. Ulrich Salchow of Sweden, a pioneer in figure skating, is shown in the middle of the group, his arms outstretched in a dynamic pose that highlights his skill and agility on the ice. 6. The Johnsons, James and Phyllis, are the only brother-sister pair in the montage. Their united presence underscores the strong bond between competitors and their shared love for the sport. 7. The remaining competitors, including Per Thoren, Johansson, Cumming, Lycett, Johansson, Hubler, Burger, and Rendschmidt, each bring their unique energy and spirit to the scene, making this photograph a testament to the diversity and international appeal of figure skating. 8. The 1908 Olympic Games marked a significant milestone in the history of figure skating, as it was the first time the sport was included in the Summer Olympics. This photograph serves as a reminder of the passion, determination, and artistry that have defined the sport ever since.
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