Poster Print : Formula One World Championship: Dan Gurney Brabham BT24 tests out a new Bell full-face crash helmet. He retired in the race with throttle slides

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Formula One World Championship: Dan Gurney Brabham BT24 tests out a new Bell full-face crash helmet. He retired in the race with throttle slides

Dan Gurney (USA) Brabham BT24 tests out a new Bell full-face crash helmet. He retired in the race with throttle slides.
Dutch Grand Prix, Zandvoort, 23 June 1968

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Media ID 2005259

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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

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.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.7cm (23.4" x 15.6")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the 1968 Dutch Grand Prix, we witness racing legend Dan Gurney pushing the boundaries of safety in Formula One. The image captures a momentous occasion as Gurney tests out a revolutionary new Bell full-face crash helmet while seated in his Brabham BT24. The intensity on Gurney's face is palpable as he prepares to take on the challenging Zandvoort circuit. With his eyes fixed ahead, he exudes confidence and determination - qualities that propelled him to become one of America's greatest motorsport icons. However, fate had other plans for Gurney that day. Despite his meticulous preparations and cutting-edge safety gear, mechanical issues plagued his race. Throttle slides forced him into an early retirement, leaving fans disappointed but still in awe of his unwavering commitment to pushing the limits. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the risks drivers faced during this era and their relentless pursuit of excellence amidst adversity. It also highlights how advancements in safety equipment like Bell's full-face crash helmet were crucial steps towards protecting drivers' lives on the track. As we reflect upon this historic moment captured by Motorsport Images, it becomes evident that Dan Gurney's legacy extends far beyond mere victories or championships; it encompasses bravery, innovation, and an unyielding passion for speed that forever changed Formula One racing.

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