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Mounted Print : Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal
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Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal
Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal. First prizes awarded to Panhard & Levassor and to the Peugeot brothers. From Le Petit Journal Paris 6 August, 1894
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Media ID 9781905
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1894 August Automobile Awarded Brothers Combustion Engine Internal Journal Paris Petit Prizes Race Road Rouen Sponsored Transport Levassor Panhard Peugeot Reliability
14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
Step back in time with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the Automobile Reliability Race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal in 1894. Witness the thrilling competition between pioneering automobile manufacturers Panhard & Levassor and the Peugeot brothers as they push their vehicles to the limit in this historic event. This vintage photograph, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), is a must-have for automobile enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Mounted on high-quality archival paper, this collectible piece is sure to add character and charm to any room in your home or office.
Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 29.2cm (10" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 35.6cm (12" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the exhilarating automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, which took place in August 1894 and was proudly sponsored by Le Petit Journal. The image showcases the pioneers of this groundbreaking event, with first prizes awarded to two remarkable participants: Panhard & Levassor and the Peugeot brothers. In an era when internal combustion engines were still a novelty, this race marked a significant milestone in the evolution of transportation. The competitors showcased their innovative cars that relied on this cutting-edge technology, revolutionizing the way people would travel for generations to come. The photograph transports us back to a time when roads were not yet dominated by automobiles but instead served as testing grounds for these daring inventors. It captures both the excitement and uncertainty surrounding this historic event, as drivers pushed their vehicles to their limits along the challenging route from Paris to Rouen. Le Petit Journal's sponsorship highlights its commitment to promoting progress and innovation in society. By supporting such races, they encouraged further advancements in automotive engineering while capturing public imagination with tales of speed and endurance. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of automobile development. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unrelenting pursuit of reliable means of transport that continue shaping our world today.
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