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Fine Art Print : John Cobb breaks Brooklands lap record. Mr John Cobb, driving the 400 hp Napier Railton car
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John Cobb breaks Brooklands lap record. Mr John Cobb, driving the 400 hp Napier Railton car
John Cobb breaks Brooklands lap record.
Mr John Cobb, driving the 400 hp Napier Railton car, broke the Brooklands lap record. Since the late Sir Henry Birkin put the figure up to 137. 96 mph with his Bentley two years ago, this most coveted of the Brooklands records has eluded other drivers.
Photo shows, Mr John Cobb being cheered after breaking the record.
2 April 1934
30s, 30 s, 1930s, 1930 s, thirties, nineteen thirties
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Media ID 11217311
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the thrilling world of motorsport history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases the legendary John Cobb as he shatters the Brooklands lap record in his powerful 400 hp Napier Railton car. With the wind in his hair and the roar of the engine beneath him, Cobb's determination and skill are palpable. This stunning print, captured by TopFoto.co.uk, is a must-have for any automotive art collection. Experience the exhilaration of the race track and the unforgettable moment when history was made.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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In this photo print, taken on 2 April 1934, we witness a momentous occasion at Brooklands race track. John Cobb, an esteemed British racing driver, has just shattered the long-standing lap record in his powerful 400 hp Napier Railton car. For two years, since Sir Henry Birkin set the bar at an impressive 137.96 mph with his Bentley, no other driver had been able to claim this coveted title. The image captures the exhilaration and jubilation that filled the air as Mr. John Cobb is cheered on by a roaring crowd after achieving this remarkable feat. The atmosphere is electric; you can almost feel the energy emanating from both the spectators and the victorious driver. This photograph not only immortalizes a significant moment in motorsport history but also showcases the spirit of competition and achievement that defined racing during those thrilling interwar years of the twentieth century. It serves as a testament to John Cobb's skill behind the wheel and his determination to push boundaries. Preserved through time in monochrome elegance, this press photograph from TopFoto. co. uk transports us back to an era where speed records were broken amidst cheers of celebration. It encapsulates both the passion for racing and admiration for those who dared to challenge limits in pursuit of greatness.
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