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Lot #3173
Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma

Estimate: $800+

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Description

Official French-language participation diploma issued for the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics and presented to Finnish long jumper Pauli Sandström, 19.55 x 25.5, which reads (translated): "Diploma, Awarded to M. Sandstrom, Paul, participated in the athletics tournament." The diploma features artwork by Bernard Naudin, which depicts the winged goddess of Victory between athletes and columns decorated with winners’ wreaths. Lower portion bears facsimile signatures of French Committee President Graf Justinien de Clary and IOC President Pierre de Coubertin. Mounted to a slightly larger canvas backing and in very good to fine condition, with toning, scattered creases, and edgewear.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympics
  • Dates: December 12, 2024 - January 16, 2025