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Afantastic, large, rare and authentic antique advertising poster forthe1914 VI Giro d'Italiacycling race, published byLaGazzetta dello Sport. The poster announces the 6th edition of theGiro d'Italia, taking place from May 24 to June 7, 1914, featuring 8stages. It features a map of Italy highlighting the race route,overlaid with silhouettes of cyclists racing toward a star.
The 1914race was famously difficult, with only 8 of the 81 starting ridersfinishing the grueling route.
Produced by Tipografia G.B.Virtuani in Milan.
Translation
Headline:The Sports Gazette
Event:6th Tour of Italy
Details:8 Stages - May 24 - June 7 1914.
Publisher:Printing Press G.B.Virtuani: C-Milan.
39” x27 1/2”
Old (pre1950s) mounting on heavy artboard with inserts for eyelets added atthat time otherwise on original, untouched condition with minor,repairable, tearing to top edge. Please feel free to ask questions.
