Greetings Card : Skating: A close finish
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Skating: A close finish
An exciting finish in a race at the turn of the 20th century. Artist: George Derville Rowlandson Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 14252555
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Derville Exciting Finish Rowlandson Turn
Greetings Card (A5)
Experience the thrill of a close finish with our exquisite greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating artwork "Skating: A close finish" by George Derville Rowlandson, this card transports you back in time to the turn of the 20th century. With an exciting race scene and intricate details, this rights-managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online adds a touch of history and elegance to your message. Perfect for celebrating a hard-fought victory or encouraging perseverance, this greeting card is sure to impress and delight. Order yours today and make your message a work of art!
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image, titled "Skating: A Close Finish," is a stunning representation of the exhilarating competition that defined turn-of-the-century ice skating races. Painted by the talented George Derville Rowlandson around 1903, the artwork transports us back in time to an era when winter sports held a special allure. The painting depicts a thrilling finish in an ice skating race, with two determined skaters locked in a fierce battle for the lead. Their focused expressions and outstretched arms convey the intense concentration and effort required to cross the finish line first. The skaters glide effortlessly over the icy surface, their blades leaving a trail of shimmering light behind them. The background of the painting is filled with the sights and sounds of a bustling winter scene. Spectators, bundled up against the cold, cheer and encourage their favorite skaters from the sidelines. Smoke rises from chimneys in the distance, adding a sense of warmth and coziness to the otherwise frigid scene. George Derville Rowlandson was a renowned British artist known for his detailed and evocative paintings of everyday life. In "Skating: A Close Finish," he expertly captures the excitement and energy of a winter race, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the timeless appeal of competition and the beauty of the winter season.
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