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The Universities Boat-Race (b / w photo)
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The Universities Boat-Race (b / w photo)
1628041 The Universities Boat-Race (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Universities Boat-Race. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 April 1895.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22320382
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Finish Hammersmith Bridge Mortlake Rowing Universities Boat Race University Boat Race
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This photograph captures the intensity and excitement of "The Universities Boat-Race". Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this print showcases a historic moment in sporting history. The race takes place on the iconic River Thames, with rowers shooting through the water towards the finish line at Mortlake. The image showcases the sheer determination and physical prowess of these athletes as they battle it out for victory. With Hammersmith Bridge looming in the background, spectators eagerly watch from both sides of the riverbank, their cheers echoing across London. The significance of this event is not lost on anyone familiar with British sports culture. The University Boat Race is a time-honored tradition that pits two prestigious universities against each other in a thrilling display of strength and strategy. This photograph serves as a testament to that legacy. Preserved within a private collection, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into history through its powerful composition and expert use of photography techniques. It reminds us of how sport has always been able to captivate audiences throughout time. Whether you are an avid fan or simply appreciate fine art photography, this print from Bridgeman Images will undoubtedly transport you back to that momentous day on the River Thames over a century ago.
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