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Fine Art Print : Daredevil Diver Leslie Gadsby, Shanklin Pier, Isle of Wight
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Daredevil Diver Leslie Gadsby, Shanklin Pier, Isle of Wight
Daredevil Diver Leslie Gadsby, Shanklin Pier, Isle of Wight and his variety of crazy dives, including a 90ft dive in a sack, a 45ft long arm balance, a swan dive and a somersualt dive performed in a chair!! Date: circa 1930s
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Balance Cristo Dare Daredevil Devil Dive Diver Diving Isle Leslie Monte Pier Sack Sensational Shanklin Swan Wight
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the legendary Daredevil Diver Leslie Gadsby at Shanklin Pier, Isle of Wight. This captivating image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Leslie in action, performing one of his daring stunts - a 90ft dive in a sack or his impressive 45ft long arm balance. Bring the nostalgic charm of this daring era into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Order now and relive the excitement of a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 59.4cm (14.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Daredevil Diver Leslie Gadsby: Thrilling the Crowds at Shanklin Pier, Isle of Wight in the 1930s This photograph showcases the daring exploits of Leslie Gadsby, a legendary daredevil diver who mesmerized audiences at Shanklin Pier on the Isle of Wight during the 1930s. Gadsby's death-defying acts of bravery left spectators in awe, as he fearlessly executed a variety of breathtaking dives from the pier's end, which jutted out into the English Channel. In this image, Gadsby is seen performing a series of his most daring stunts. He fearlessly plunges into the water from a great height, suspended in a large sack, demonstrating his unwavering courage and faith in his abilities. In another daring move, he balances precariously on a long arm, extending it out from the pier's edge before taking the plunge. The crowd watches in rapt attention as Gadsby effortlessly executes a graceful swan dive, showcasing his athleticism and poise. But perhaps his most sensational dive of all was the somersault dive performed from a chair, a feat that left onlookers speechless. At a staggering height of 90 feet, Gadsby would leap from the pier's end, flipping head over heels in mid-air before plunging into the water below. This daring stunt solidified his reputation as one of the most fearless and captivating performers of his time. Leslie Gadsby's daring displays at Shanklin Pier brought excitement and joy to countless visitors, making him a beloved figure on the Isle of Wight and a true daredevil of his era.
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