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Skikjoring competition, St Moritz, Switzerland
Skikjoring competition, St Moritz, Switzerland, where daredevil skiers are pulled at speeds of up to 50km/hour by unmounted thoroughbreds over the icy frozen lake for 2, 7000m. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 19717976
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Competition Dangerous Daredevil Dec19 Frozen Horse Drawn Moritz Skiers Skiing Start Thoroughbreds Unusual Whips Unmounted
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a daring Skikjoring competition in the picturesque town of St. Moritz, Switzerland. Dating back to the 1920s, this captivating image showcases the adrenaline-pumping tradition of skiers being pulled by unmounted thoroughbreds at breathtaking speeds of up to 50km/hour over the frozen lake. With a length of 7,000m, this exhilarating race against the elements is a must-have for any art enthusiast or history buff. Bring the rich heritage of winter sports into your home or office with this stunning, Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.6cm (23.4" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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Skikjoring in St. Moritz, Switzerland: A Thrilling Blend of Winter Sport and Horse Power Step back in time to the roaring twenties and witness the exhilarating spectacle of a Skikjoring competition in the picturesque town of St. Moritz, Switzerland. This unique winter sport, a fusion of skiing and horse racing, sees daredevil skiers harnessed to unmounted thoroughbreds, hurtling across the icy frozen lake at breathtaking speeds of up to 50km/hour. The photograph captures the raw energy and excitement of the event as skiers take their positions at the start line, their faces a mask of determination and focus. The horses, powerful and muscular, stand taut, their eyes fixed on their human counterparts, ready to unleash their power. The air is thick with anticipation as the skiers, armed with long whips, await the command to set off. Skikjoring, which translates to 'ski driving' in Norwegian, has its origins in Scandinavia and dates back to the early 19th century. It gained popularity in Switzerland during the 1920s and became a much-loved winter tradition in St. Moritz. The sport requires a high level of skill and coordination from both the skier and the horse, with the skier steering the animal using the whip and their body movements. Despite the inherent danger of the sport, with skiers racing at high speeds just inches above the icy lake, the thrill of the competition drew large crowds to St. Moritz each winter. The photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, where the raw power of nature and the courage of man and horse collide in a heart-stopping display of speed and agility.
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