Moto Guzzi V8 and Ken Kavanagh Imola 1956 racing motorcycle photo photograph

Description

A superb and rare photo of the famous
Ken Kavanagh
on the
factory Moto Guzzi V8
during the Coppa d Oro at
Imola on the circuit of Imola
in
1956.
Ken Kavanagh in action during the Coppa d’Oro race that was organized on the circuit of Imola during Easter on
April 2nd, 1956
.  Kavanagh was leading very promisingly when he retired because of a faulted cooling fluid temperature gauge.  Kavanagh thought that the engine was not getting any cooling and stopped the V-8 on the side of the circuit.  After the race this image was send as a giant size poster to every Moto Guzzi dealer in
Italy
.
This is a very nice and very rare
non period
photo that reflects a wonderful and very historic era of Moto Guzzi ‘s  history in a wonderful way. This is your rare chance to own this photo, therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 7.9" x 11.5" (ca.
20 x 29
.2 cm). It makes it perfectly suitable for framing!
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files
and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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