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Stunt woman cannonball loses her knickers
Liza Knight, an 18-year-old stunt performer from Leicester, felt quite a draught after being shot from a cannon during a rehearsal. A jagged piece of metal in the barrel of the giant gun snagged her knickers and tracksuit bottoms, ripping them both to shreds. Seen here giving the thumbs up before the stunt. Date: 1973
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1973 Action Barrel Bottoms Cannon Cannonball Danger Dangerous Giant Giving Human Jagged Knickers Knight Leicester Liza Performer Rehearsal Ripping Safety Shot Shreds Snagged Stunt Stuntgirl Stuntgirls Stunts Thumbs Tracksuit Performing Year
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the thrill and excitement of the circus with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection! This captivating image showcases a brave 18-year-old stunt performer, Liza Knight from Leicester, in mid-air after being launched from a cannon during a rehearsal. The moment of suspense is palpable as she loses her knickers, adding a touch of unexpected humor to the daring stunt. This eye-catching poster print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is perfect for adding a burst of energy and entertainment to any wall in your home or office. Order yours today and bring the circus right into your living space!
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 exhilarating photograph from 1973, Liza Knight, an 18-year-old stunt performer from Leicester, exudes confidence and bravery as she gives a thumbs-up sign before a daring stunt. The image captures a moment of anticipation and excitement before the action unfolds. However, unbeknownst to Liza, this particular stunt was about to take an unexpected turn. As a stuntwoman, Liza was no stranger to danger and risk. In this instance, she was preparing to perform a cannonball stunt, where she would be shot from a giant cannon and land in a safety net. But during a rehearsal, a jagged piece of metal in the barrel of the cannon snagged her knickers and tracksuit bottoms, ripping them both to shreds. Despite the embarrassing mishap, Liza's professionalism and quick thinking shone through. With a determined expression, she completed the stunt, undeterred by the loss of her clothing. The photograph captures a moment of both danger and humor, showcasing the courage and resilience of this young stunt performer. This historical image offers a glimpse into the world of 1970s stunt work and the risks that stunt performers took to bring action sequences to life on screen. Liza Knight's story is a testament to the bravery and dedication of stunt performers, who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of action and adventure. Taken on the set of a production, this photograph is a reminder of the human element behind the thrilling stunts we see on screen. It is a snapshot of history, capturing a moment of both danger and humor in the world of stunt performing.
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