Description
1950 Monaco Grand Prix, signed Stirling Moss lithographic print; Stirling stand proudly for the anthems ready to race his 500cc at Monaco for the first time. 1 only.
The Monaco Collection is a rare opportunity to acquire a hand signed proof page from the definitive history of the Monaco Grand Prix book: Le Grand Prix Automobile de Monaco, Histoire D’une Legende 1929-1960, by Yves Naquin.
Published by Editions Automobilia, Monaco (1992) with the full endorsement of the principality, it includes a personal message from Prince Rainier in the foreword, including many previously unseen images from the Palace archive. With various editions produced, it is still regarded as the greatest pictoral history of the Monaco Grand Prix.
At the time of publication, proof pages were selected to be signed as limited editions, not offered for many years we are very pleased to bring these to light, with a great selection available including Stirling Moss, Tony Brooks, Jack Brabham and Maria Teresa de Filippis signed pages available.
Each page is hand signed, measures approx 19.25 x 13.25in (49 x 33.5cm), includes the pagination and binding edge (which can be hidden when framing with a mount if desired) and is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Offered rolled for worldwide delivery.
This sale forms part of the estate of David and Christine Mills MBE. Christine founded the charity, Hope for Tomorrow, who supply mobile cancer care units to NHS Trusts across the country. During this global health crisis, cancer patients are among the most vulnerable members of society. All proceeds will be donated to the Hope for Tomorrow charity. Registered charity no: 1094677. www.hopefortomorrow.org.uk
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