Poster Print : Our Sports - Motoring as a novel pleasure pastime
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Our Sports - Motoring as a novel pleasure pastime
Our Sports - An allegory of Motoring (cars, note the wheel and two horns) as a novel pleasure pastime in the 1900s Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14404926
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Angel Automobile Dawn Enthusiast Freedom Goggles Innovation Joyous Lamp Pastime Sep16 Speed Tyre Wings
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Our Sports - Motoring as a Novel Pleasure Pastime." This captivating image, dating back to circa 1908 from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an allegory of motoring as a newfound pleasure pastime. The vibrant illustration, filled with the charm of the early 20th century, features cars, a wheel, and two horns, symbolizing the allure and excitement that came with the advent of automobiles. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.8cm x 76.8cm (18.8" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Our Sports - An Allegory of Motoring: A Novel Pleasure Pastime in the 1900s (circa 1908) This image, titled "Our Sports - An Allegory of Motoring," transports us back to the dawn of the 20th century when motoring emerged as a thrilling and joyous pastime. The photograph, dated circa 1908, depicts a motoring enthusiast, clad in a stylish cap and goggles, standing beside his gleaming automobile. The car, with its white body, wings, and two horns, symbolizes the spirit of innovation and freedom that came with the advent of the motor vehicle. The image is rich in detail, from the intricate design of the car's wheel and tyre to the delicate wings on the sides, which evoke the sense of speed and agility. The motoring enthusiast's joy is palpable as he gazes at his prized possession, his face lit up by the warm glow of a lamp. The angelic figure in the background, with outstretched wings, adds a touch of whimsy and joy to the scene, symbolizing the sense of elation and liberation that came with motoring during this era. The photograph captures the essence of motoring as a novel pleasure pastime, a departure from the mundane and a step towards a new world of speed, freedom, and excitement. The image is a testament to the transformative power of transportation and the enduring allure of the open road. With its intricate details and evocative imagery, "Our Sports - An Allegory of Motoring" is a must-have for any collection of early 20th-century motoring history or for anyone who appreciates the romance and adventure of the automobile.
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