Poster 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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18x24 inch Poster Print

Relive racing history with our stunning poster print of John Cobb breaking the Brooklands lap record. Witness the iconic moment as John Cobb pilots the powerful 400 hp Napier Railton car, leaving a trail of dust and determination in his wake. This vintage photograph, captured by TopFoto.co.uk, transports you back to the thrilling era of land speed records. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring the excitement of the track right into your home.

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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