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Fine Art Print : Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi, 1928. Creator: Unknown
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Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi, 1928. Ritola (1896-1982) won five Olympic gold medals and three Olympic silver medals. Nurmi (1897-1973) won nine gold and three silver medals in twelve events in the Olympic Games. At the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam, Ritola won gold in the mens 5, 000 metres, and Nurmi won gold in the mens 10, 000 metres. From " Die Welt in Bildern", (The World in Pictures), cigarette card album, c1928. [Georg A Jasmatzi, A.-G. Dresden, Germany]
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time and bring the rich history of Olympic athletics into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the legendary Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi during their iconic 1928 race, this captivating image is a testament to their unparalleled achievements. With a combined total of eight Olympic gold medals and six Olympic silver medals between them, Ritola (1896-1982) and Nurmi (1897-1973) are considered two of the greatest runners in Olympic history. This stunning, high-quality print, sourced from Heritage Images, is the perfect addition to any sports enthusiast's collection or a unique conversation starter in your living space. Embrace the timeless beauty and history of this captivating moment in Olympic history.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the legendary Finnish runners Ville Ritola and Paavo Nurmi in 1928. The creator of this iconic image remains unknown, but their contribution to sports history is undeniable. Ville Ritola, born in 1896 and passing away in 1982, was a true Olympic champion with an impressive collection of five gold medals and three silver medals. Paavo Nurmi, born in 1897 and passing away in 1973, also left an indelible mark on the world of athletics by winning nine gold medals and three silver medals across twelve events at the Olympic Games. The photograph specifically commemorates their triumphs at the 1928 Summer Olympics held in Amsterdam. In that eventful year, Ritola claimed victory by securing gold in the men's 5,000 meters race while Nurmi emerged as the champion of the men's 10,000 meters race. This remarkable snapshot originates from "Die Welt in Bildern" (The World in Pictures), a cigarette card album dating back to approximately c1928. It showcases both athletes standing tall with their full-length figures captured against a backdrop that symbolizes strength and determination. As we admire this historic moment frozen in time, let us celebrate these extraordinary individuals who have become synonymous with excellence on track and field. Their achievements continue to inspire generations of athletes worldwide as they embody what it means to be true champions.
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