Poster Print : Weight-lifters and wrestlers, 1948 London Olympics
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Weight-lifters and wrestlers, 1948 London Olympics
This full page of the Sphere shows weight-lifters Joe de Pietro of America (top) and Shams of Egypt (bottom right), and wrestlers Anderberg of Sweden and Toth of Hungary. Date: 1948
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Media ID 7184487
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Athlete Athletics Hungarian Lifting Olympiad Olympic Olympics Powerful Sporting Strong Swedish Wrestling Xivth Games
18x24 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning collection of vintage poster prints from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating image, "Weight-lifters and Wrestlers, 1948 London Olympics," showcases the intense focus and determination of athletes Joe de Pietro of America and Shams of Egypt in the weightlifting competition, as well as the fierce battles between Anderberg of Sweden and Toth of Hungary in the wrestling event. Each poster is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the history and excitement of the Olympics into your home or office and elevate your space with this iconic piece of sports history.
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 Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
This evocative full-page photograph from the 1948 London Olympics captures the raw power and determination of athletes in both weightlifting and wrestling events. At the top, American weightlifter Joe de Pietro is shown hoisting a heavy barbell above his head with a triumphant expression, having just set a new record. Below him, Egyptian weightlifter Shams makes a similar effort, his muscles straining as he lifts a weight that appears almost insurmountable. On the right side of the image, the intensity of the wrestling matches is palpable. Swedish wrestler Anderberg (left) locks eyes with his opponent, his face a mask of focus and determination. Hungarian wrestler Toth (right) grits his teeth, his body tensed and ready for action. The sweat glistens on their brows, and the tension in the room is almost tangible. The 1948 Olympics, also known as the XIVth Olympiad, was a significant moment in sports history. After the disruptions of World War II, the games served as a symbol of hope and unity, bringing together athletes from around the world to compete in various events. The weightlifting and wrestling competitions were among the many exciting and dramatic moments of the games, showcasing the incredible strength, agility, and determination of the athletes involved. This powerful photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Olympics and the incredible feats of strength and athleticism that continue to inspire us today.
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