Pierre de COUBERTIN (1863-1937) Very rare photo with its cardboard backing decorated with the Olympic rings (first type), drawn and colored by Pierre de Coubertin. The mount is signed and dedicated "Yours sincerely" by Pierre de Coubertin. Black and white photo 18 x 11.5 cm Stand 27 x 18 cm Note: Rings identical to those on the Olympic flag exhibited at the Lausanne museum (with the words "Alexandria 1915" on the fabric) and those on the Olympic project designed by Baron de Coubertin and presented to Lucien Perrot. Authenticity confirmed by the de Navacelle de Coubertin family

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