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1938 French GP
REIMS-GUEUX, FRANCE - JULY 03: Philippe Etancelin during the French GP at Reims-Gueux on July 03, 1938 in Reims-Gueux, France. (Photo by LAT Images)
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Media ID 34612366
© Motorsport Images
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Motorsport Images collection. This captivating photograph, taken by Autocar during the 1938 French Grand Prix at Reims-Gueux, showcases the intense concentration of Philippe Etancelin as he navigates the race track. The black and white image beautifully captures the raw power and passion of motorsport's early days. Display this iconic piece in your home or office to ignite conversations and evoke memories of racing history.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Seldom has a photograph from motorsport's golden era captured the essence of raw determination and focus quite like this portrait of Philippe Etancelin during the 1938 French Grand Prix at Reims-Gueux. The image, taken on July 3, 1938, reveals Etancelin in a moment of quiet introspection, his steely gaze fixed on an unseen horizon through the lenses of his goggles. Born on October 2, 1902, in Paris, Etancelin was a French racing driver who made his mark on the motorsport scene in the 1930s. Known for his daring driving style and unwavering concentration, Etancelin was a force to be reckoned with on the race track. The 1938 French Grand Prix was a pivotal moment in Etancelin's career. Driving a Maserati 6CM, he qualified in pole position and went on to win the race, securing his place in motorsport history. In this photograph, Etancelin is seen in the calm before the storm, the intensity in his eyes a clear indication of the fierce competition that awaited him on the track. The goggles, a necessary accessory for racing drivers of the era, add an extra layer of intrigue to the image. They serve as a reminder of the dangerous conditions that Etancelin and his contemporaries faced, as they pushed their machines to the limit in pursuit of victory. This photograph is a testament to Etancelin's unwavering commitment to his craft and his ability to focus under pressure. It is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when motorsport was about raw speed, courage, and the indomitable human spirit. The image, captured by the renowned motorsport photography agency Motorsport Images, is a treasure trove of motorsport history and a reminder of the legends who shaped the sport we know and love today.
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