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Fine Art Print : Abrahams wins the 100m final, 1924 Paris Olympics
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Abrahams wins the 100m final, 1924 Paris Olympics
Harold Maurice Abrahams, CBE, (15 December 1899 14 January 1978), British athlete of Jewish origin pictured winning the 100 metre sprint final at the Paris Olympic Games of 1924, a feat depicted in the 1981 movie Chariots of Fire. Date: 1924
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100m Abrahams Athlete Athletes Athletics Chariots Final Finish Finishing Harold Jewish Legendary Maurice Medallist Medallists Metre Olympic Olympics Sprint Sprinters Sprinting Winner Winners 1924 Games
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our Fine Art Print of Harold Maurice Abrahams winning the 100m final at the 1924 Paris Olympics. This iconic image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and triumph of Abrahams, the British athlete of Jewish origin, as he crosses the finish line. Bring the legacy of this legendary moment into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade print. Perfect for sports enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the power of human spirit and achievement.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 50.3cm x 17.7cm (19.8" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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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This iconic photograph captures the triumphant moment when Harold Maurice Abrahams, a British athlete of Jewish origin, crosses the finish line to win the 100-meter sprint final at the Paris Olympic Games of 1924. Abrahams, born on December 15, 1899, defied the odds to become a legendary figure in the world of athletics. His victory in Paris was a testament to his determination, grit, and unwavering belief in his abilities. The image shows Abrahams in full flight, his powerful muscles tensed, his face a picture of intense concentration as he strains to reach the finish line. The other runners in the race, their expressions a mix of exhaustion and admiration, trail behind him. The finish line looms large in the background, the tape stretched tautly across, ready to mark the end of the race and the beginning of Abrahams' moment of glory. This photograph is a reminder of a time when the Olympics were still in their infancy, and the world was just beginning to recognize the potential of athletics as a platform for showcasing human prowess and determination. Abrahams' victory was a watershed moment in British athletics, paving the way for future generations of sprinters to follow in his footsteps. The image has become synonymous with the 1981 movie "Chariots of Fire," which chronicled Abrahams' life and his historic victory at the Paris Olympics. The film brought Abrahams' story to a wider audience, cementing his place in the annals of Olympic history and inspiring countless athletes to strive for greatness in their chosen fields.
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