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Fine Art Print : The finish of the marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908, (c1920)
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The finish of the marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908, (c1920)
The finish of the marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908, (c1920). Dorando Pietri of Italy, the first runner to enter the stadium, collapsed several times and ran the wrong way. Officials helped him, and after crossing the line he was disqualified. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)
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Athletics Athletics Track Begg Collapse Collapsed Collapsing Dramatic Edwardian Hutchinson Marathon Olympic Games Olympics Race Racing Runner Samuel Samuel Begg Spectator Sportsman Stadium Track And Field Walter Walter Hutchinson Disqualified Dorando Pietri
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'The Finish of the Marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908' by Unknown. Witness the iconic moment when Dorando Pietri of Italy, the first runner to enter the stadium, collapses during the marathon race. This captivating image, taken around 1920 by Walter Hutchinson and Samuel Begg, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Olympic Games. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor and bring a piece of sports history into your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Finish of the Marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908 - A Tale of Triumph and Tragedy
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a defining moment in sporting history - the dramatic finish of the marathon at the 1908 Olympic Games in London. The image portrays Dorando Pietri of Italy as he becomes the first runner to enter the stadium, his body collapsing under exhaustion several times along the way. The crowd watches anxiously as officials rush to his aid, guiding him back on track towards victory. However, fate dealt a cruel blow to Pietri's valiant efforts. Despite crossing the finish line with sheer determination etched on his face, he was ultimately disqualified due to receiving assistance from officials. This heart-wrenching turn of events adds an element of tragedy to this iconic snapshot. The atmosphere in the stadium is palpable through this monochrome composition; you can almost hear the roar of spectators urging Pietri forward. It serves as a testament not only to human endurance but also highlights both sportsmanship and resilience in its purest form. Preserved within these lines are memories that transcend time - an emblematic representation of athletic prowess intertwined with moments that define our shared humanity. As we gaze upon this historic photograph print today, it reminds us that even amidst triumph or defeat lies a story worth telling for generations to come.
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