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'The Big Klemanaski' Monocrome Image of Nuvoulari in His Auto Union Type D

Lot Number: 411

'The Big Klemanaski' Monocrome Image of Nuvoulari in His Auto Union Type D

Photographed at the 1938 Austrian Grand Prix by the prolific and talented British motor racing photojournalist, Louis Klemantaski, capturing the Silver Arrow's size and speed. Measuring 133cm x 96cm mounted in a substantial frame.

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd February, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

SUMMARY

Photographed at the 1938 Austrian Grand Prix by the prolific and talented British motor racing photojournalist, Louis Klemantaski, capturing the Silver Arrow's size and speed. Measuring 133cm x 96cm mounted in a substantial frame.

DESCRIPTION

Auto Union, with Nazi backing, produced some stunning Grand Prix cars between the wars. The 1938/39 Type D was no exception. A mid-mounted 3-litre supercharged V12 boasting 485bhp at 7,000rpm made the car spectacularly competitive, with Tazio Nuvolari winning at Monza and Donnington.
Measuring 133cm x 96cm mounted in a substantial frame.

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