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White City greyhound racing stadium, 1927
A general view at night of White City greyhound racing stadium with lights illuminated the course. Photographed shortly after the venue had opened in response to the rising popularity of the spectator sport in the UK. Date: 1927
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Media ID 14265039
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Aug17 Course Floodlit Greyhound Greyhounds Illuminated Lights Spectator Stadium Track 1927
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring White City greyhound racing stadium in 1927. This captivating black and white image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the excitement of the early greyhound racing scene. The nighttime view of the venue, illuminated by the lights of the stadium, perfectly encapsulates the magic and allure of this historic racing destination. Add this unique piece to your home or office décor and bring a piece of the past into your space.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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White City Greyhound Racing Stadium, 1927: A Night of Excitement and Thrills This evocative photograph captures the magic and allure of White City Greyhound Racing Stadium in 1927, shortly after its opening. The image showcases a general view of the floodlit course, where the greyhounds and their human companions gather for an exhilarating night of competition. The stadium, located in London, was built in response to the surging popularity of greyhound racing as a spectator sport in the United Kingdom. The greyhounds, with their powerful muscles and focused expressions, are poised to race around the illuminated track, their silhouettes contrasting against the bright lights that bathe the course. The floodlights, a relatively new innovation at the time, cast an ethereal glow over the scene, adding to the sense of anticipation and excitement. The roar of the crowd, the crackle of electricity, and the thunderous roar of the hounds as they race towards the finish line are all but implied in this snapshot of a bygone era. White City Greyhound Racing Stadium was a symbol of modernity and progress, a testament to the enduring appeal of greyhound racing and the thrill of live competition. This photograph, taken in August 1927, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the night sky was filled with the promise of adventure and the thrill of the chase.
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