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Lot #3429
Paris 1994 Olympic Congress Portfolios (2) Commemorating 1894 Olympic Revival

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Description

Two identical portfolios presented by Juan Antonio Samaranch to IOC members in 1994 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the revival of the Olympic Games, which occurred with the Congres International Athletique de Paris (the inaugural Olympic Congress) in June 1894. The large 13 x 17.75 portfolio contains reproductions of 1894 publications about the revival of the Olympic Games, including posters, broadsides, images, and newspapers, as well as some contents on the history of the Games in Paris. In overall fine condition.




From the estate of James Worrall.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympic Memorabilia
  • Dates: #686 - Ended January 18, 2024