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Antique Framed Print : Marseilles, France - scene at the racecourse
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Marseilles, France - scene at the racecourse
Marseilles, France - scene at the racecourse, Parc Borely. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14388350
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Canopy Marseille Marseilles Parc Postmark Racecourse Races Spectators Stamp Stand
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.7cm (14.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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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Marseilles, France - Scene at the Racecourse, Parc Borely (circa 1910s) This evocative photograph captures the excitement and elegance of a day at the races in Marseilles, France during the 1910s. The scene unfolds at Parc Borely, a popular racecourse located in the heart of the city. The grandstand, adorned with an ornate canopy and red awnings, stands proudly in the background, a testament to the importance of horse racing in Marseilles' cultural heritage. The steps leading up to the stand are filled with an animated crowd of spectators, all dressed in their finest attire. The women, wearing elegant hats and dresses, chatter excitedly, while the men, some with cigars clenched between their teeth, lean against the railing, deep in conversation. In the foreground, a group of horses, their coats glistening with sweat, are led by their trainers, ready for the next race. The atmosphere is electric, filled with the sounds of hooves pounding on the track, the cheers of the crowd, and the clatter of horse shoes. The red stamp and postmark on the bottom left corner of the photograph serve as a reminder of the image's history, transporting us back in time to a bygone era. This photograph is a beautiful snapshot of a day at the races in Marseilles, a city known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and passion for sports. Whether you're a history buff, a horse racing enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of a well-composed photograph, this image is sure to captivate and inspire.
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