Racing Poster, "Detroit Grand Prix II," 1983
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Artifact Overview
From 1982 to 1988, the annual Detroit Grand Prix was a Formula One event with drivers competing on a challenging street circuit through downtown. Each year, an original commemorative poster captured the excitement of the race. Italian driver Michele Alboreto earned the win for Tyrrell Racing in 1983. The race shifted to the CART Indy car series in 1989.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Poster
Date Made
1983
Subject Date
03 June 1983 - 05 June 1983
Creator Notes
Original artwork by Joseph E. Grey II. Poster published by Detroit Renaissance Events Incorporated.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
87.15.20.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Detroit Renaissance Grand Prix.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height : 22 in
Width: 36 in
Inscriptions
Printed along lower edge of poster: Detroit Grand Prix II
Printed along right side edge of poster: JUNE 3-4-5/1983
Signature printed in upper right corner: Joseph E. Grey II.
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