24 Heures du Mans

Name/Title

24 Heures du Mans

Entry/Object ID

2026.1.7

Description

This print portrays the 1937 24 Hours of Le Mans and commemorates Bugatti’s first victory after six years of competing, driven by Jean‑Pierre Wimille and Robert Benoist in the streamlined Bugatti Type 57G “Tank”; the French text translates to “24 Hours of Le Mans 1937 — First Bugatti victory after six years of participation — Jean‑Pierre Wimille associated with Robert Benoist on the ‘Tank’ – streamlined 57G — Daniel Picot — Le Mans 1937 — D. Picot 1986.”

Artwork Details

Subject

Bugatti Type 5G wins Le Mans.

Collection

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder Collection, Simeone - Art

Category

1936 Bugatti 57G “Tank”, Automobile Racing Print

Acquisition

Accession

2026.1

Made/Created

Artist

D.Picot

Date made

1986

Dimensions

Height

29.8 cm

Width

40 cm

Location

Large Archival Folder

PCF - 10

Cabinet

Y18

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Good