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France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: 31 May 1903, Paris/Madrid car race, a cyclist opens the race, avenue Grammont, 1903 - car n°4 Decauville, crew Leon Thy
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France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: 31 May 1903, Paris/Madrid car race, a cyclist opens the race, avenue Grammont, 1903 - car n°4 Decauville, crew Leon Thy
LUX4760292 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: 31 May 1903, Paris/Madrid car race, a cyclist opens the race, avenue Grammont, 1903 - car n°4 Decauville, crew Leon Thy; (add.info.: France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37), Tours: 31 May 1903, Paris/Madrid car race, a cyclist opens the race, avenue Grammont, 1903 - car n°4 Decauville, crew Leon Thy); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
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This print captures a moment frozen in time during the Paris/Madrid car race on May 31, 1903 in Tours, France. The image shows a cyclist leading the way as he opens the race on avenue Grammont, with car number 4 Decauville closely following behind. The crew of car number 4 is identified as Leon Thy, adding a personal touch to this historic event.
The scene is filled with excitement and anticipation as spectators line the streets to witness this thrilling competition unfold. The early twentieth century setting adds a sense of nostalgia and charm to the photograph, transporting viewers back to a time when cars were still a novelty and cycling was a popular mode of transportation.
The black and white composition highlights the classic elegance of both the vehicles and their riders, showcasing the beauty of vintage automotive design. The intricate details captured in this image serve as a reminder of how far technology has come since that time.
Overall, this print offers a glimpse into a bygone era when car racing was just beginning to gain popularity, making it not only an important historical document but also an artistic representation of early twentieth-century European culture.
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