Coupe Gordon-Bennett, 1905

Print

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Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Name/Title

Coupe Gordon-Bennett, 1905

Entry/Object ID

2024.4.9

Description

The print titled “Coupe Gordon-Bennett, 1905”, by Ernest Montaut is a fine example of his work that captures the excitement of early automobile racing. It was included in a collection called “10 Ans de Courses” (10 Years of Races), published in 1907.

Type of Print

Digital Print

Artwork Details

Subject

The 1904 Gordon-Bennettt Cup was won by Leon Théry driving a Richard-Brasier. Théry repeats winning the Gordon-Benett Cup in its final year.

Subject Person or Organization

Léon Théry

Collection

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

Category

Automobile Racing Print

Acquisition

Accession

2024.4

Source or Donor

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone

Made/Created

Artist

Ernest Montaut

Date made

circa 1907

Dimensions

Height

20.3 cm

Width

30.5 cm

Location

3-Drawer Filing Cabinet

B10

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good