This is an ultra rare original 1908 halftone print of the opening of the Belmont Park racing season on May 13th; the images feature the clubhouse right before the race, the horses preparing to run, Jack Atkin reaching the finish line first, and the crowd watching anxiously on the field lawn.
CONDITION
This 103+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Heavy aging in margins. Moderate wrinkling. No natural defects. Some heavy surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is rub from the print on the reverse. Please also note that there are black and white speckles within the images.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 13.75 x 9.5 inches; 35 x 24 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: equine, jockey, gambling, gamble, gambler, gathering, sports, sporting, equestrian, horseback, rider, riding, racer, racing, track, gallop, thoroughbred, jockeying
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