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Poster Print : Racing legend Desert Orchid visits inmates at Ashwell Prison, Leicestershire
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Racing legend Desert Orchid visits inmates at Ashwell Prison, Leicestershire
Racing legend Desert Orchid visits inmates at Ashwell Prison, Leicestershire.
9th April 1990
Harry Page
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21286753
© Mirrorpix
Horse Racing Horseracing Prisons Racing
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Relive a heartwarming moment in racing history with our exclusive Media Storehouse poster print from Memory Lane Prints. Featuring the legendary Desert Orchid and inmates of Ashwell Prison in Leicestershire during a special visit on 9th April 1990. This captivating photograph by Harry Page captures the spirit of connection and the power of sport to bring joy and hope. A must-have for Desert Orchid fans and racing enthusiasts, this poster print is a unique addition to any wall in your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.1cm (23.4" x 15.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Harry Page, we are transported back to the 9th of April 1990, witnessing a truly extraordinary moment. Racing legend Desert Orchid, known for his remarkable achievements on the horseracing track, breaks free from his usual domain and ventures into an unexpected setting - Ashwell Prison in Leicestershire. The image portrays a powerful scene as Desert Orchid stands tall amidst a group of inmates within the prison walls. The juxtaposition between the elegance and grace of this majestic horse against the stark backdrop of incarceration is both striking and thought-provoking. Desert Orchid's visit undoubtedly brought a glimmer of hope and excitement to these incarcerated individuals. As they gather around him with awe-struck expressions, one can only imagine the impact that such an unusual encounter had on their spirits. This photograph not only captures a unique moment in sports history but also serves as a reminder that even legends like Desert Orchid possess an ability to transcend boundaries and touch lives beyond their expected realms. It symbolizes how sport has the power to bridge gaps, inspire change, and offer solace even in seemingly unlikely places. Harry Page's skillful lens immortalizes this exceptional meeting between racing greatness and those confined behind bars. This image serves as a testament to our shared humanity - reminding us that compassion knows no bounds when it comes to spreading joy through unexpected encounters.
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