Olympic Games (8th ; 1924 ; Paris, France) :689 [Two number patches worn by Arthur Porritt on his running singlet, in the 100 metres race, Paris, 1924]

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Olympic Games (8th ; 1924 ; Paris, France) :689 [Two number patches worn by Arthur Porritt on his running singlet, in the 100 metres race, Paris, 1924]

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TAPUHI

Description

Stamped numerals. Pairs of pin holes are visible in each corner. See photograph of Porritt wearing this shirt in the 100 metres final race, in which he finished third, thus winning the bronze medal; photograph is reproduced in Graeme Woodfield and Joseph Romanos' "No ordinary man" (Wellington, 2008), page 58. The numbers are almost identical inverted, but the bowl of the "8" should be placed at the bottom. Quantity: 2 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Block prints on calico fabric,...

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Image

Date created

1924

Creator

Porritt, Arthur Espie (Sir), 1900-1994

URL

http://natlib.govt.nz/records/23098956

Locations

Paris

Related subjects

Olympic Games (8th : 1924 : Paris, France) / Running races / Olympics / Athletes / Identification numbers, Personal / Numerals / Paris

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