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Racing pigeon release
Racing pigeons released from their traps from transport lorries at the start of a race from Worcestershire to Tipton in The Black Country in the English Midlands Date: 1992
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Media ID 19534257
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1990s 1992 Fancier Fancy Flutter Homing Navigation Nineties Pigeon Pigeons Reach Release Start
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the thrill of the race to your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring this captivating image of racing pigeons in action. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph showcases the excitement of the moment as pigeons are released from transport lorries at the start of a race in Worcestershire, England, 1992. Our high-quality Metal Prints add a unique, contemporary twist to your decor, transforming your favorite images into stunning, long-lasting works of art. Experience the dynamic energy of this timeless scene with every glance.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph from the 1990s, racing pigeons are released from their transport lorries at the start of a race in Worcestershire, England. The Black Country in the English Midlands serves as the backdrop for this traditional and time-honored spectacle. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, illuminating the eager faces of the fanciers, or pigeon enthusiasts, who have traveled from far and wide to participate in this event. The pigeons, perched on the rails of the lorries, flutter their wings in anticipation, sensing the imminent freedom that lies ahead. Their coos fill the air as they prepare to take flight, their bodies tensed with excitement. The fanciers, dressed in their Sunday best, stand nearby, their eyes fixed on their prized birds. The race, a testament to the remarkable homing abilities of these birds, requires the pigeons to navigate their way from Worcestershire to Tipton in The Black Country. The pigeons rely on their innate sense of direction and natural instincts to reach their destination, often covering great distances and overcoming various challenges along the way. As the first pigeon takes off, the others follow suit, their wings cutting through the cool morning air. The sky fills with a flurry of movement as the birds take flight, their silhouettes creating a breathtaking sight against the brightening sky. The fanciers watch with pride and excitement, knowing that the outcome of the race is uncertain, but that the journey itself is a testament to the enduring bond between man and bird. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when the simple joy of watching these magnificent creatures fly home to their lofts brought people together in a shared appreciation of nature's wonders.
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