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Doomsday village in France
December 18, 2012 - Paris, France: Scene in Bugarach, a small French village rumoured to be the only place spared when our world comes to an end on December 21, according to a Mayan prophecy. French authorities have pleaded with New Age fanatics, sightseers and media crews not to converge on the tiny village. Routes will also be blocked to the nearby Pic de Bugarach, a mountain where rumour has it the hilltop will open on the last day,December 21, and aliens will emerge with spaceships to save nearby humans. Around 150 police officers will be on duty to turn away visitors from Bugarach, which in recent weeks has seen an influx of journalists from around the world. Believers see Bugarach as one of a few sacred mountains sheltered from the cataclysm. (POLARIS) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Doomsday village in France
December 18, 2012 - Paris, France: Scene in Bugarach, a small French village rumoured to be the only place spared when our world comes to an end on December 21, according to a Mayan prophecy. French authorities have pleaded with New Age fanatics, sightseers and media crews not to converge on the tiny village. Routes will also be blocked to the nearby Pic de Bugarach, a mountain where rumour has it the hilltop will open on the last day,December 21, and aliens will emerge with spaceships to save nearby humans. Around 150 police officers will be on duty to turn away visitors from Bugarach, which in recent weeks has seen an influx of journalists from around the world. Believers see Bugarach as one of a few sacred mountains sheltered from the cataclysm. (POLARIS) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Doomsday village in France
December 18, 2012 - Paris, France: Scene in Bugarach, a small French village rumoured to be the only place spared when our world comes to an end on December 21, according to a Mayan prophecy. French authorities have pleaded with New Age fanatics, sightseers and media crews not to converge on the tiny village. Routes will also be blocked to the nearby Pic de Bugarach, a mountain where rumour has it the hilltop will open on the last day,December 21, and aliens will emerge with spaceships to save nearby humans. Around 150 police officers will be on duty to turn away visitors from Bugarach, which in recent weeks has seen an influx of journalists from around the world. Believers see Bugarach as one of a few sacred mountains sheltered from the cataclysm. (POLARIS) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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Doomsday village in France
December 18, 2012 - Paris, France: Scene in Bugarach, a small French village rumoured to be the only place spared when our world comes to an end on December 21, according to a Mayan prophecy. French authorities have pleaded with New Age fanatics, sightseers and media crews not to converge on the tiny village. Routes will also be blocked to the nearby Pic de Bugarach, a mountain where rumour has it the hilltop will open on the last day,December 21, and aliens will emerge with spaceships to save nearby humans. Around 150 police officers will be on duty to turn away visitors from Bugarach, which in recent weeks has seen an influx of journalists from around the world. Believers see Bugarach as one of a few sacred mountains sheltered from the cataclysm. (POLARIS) (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)
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'The Jonathan Ross Show' TV Programme, London, Britain - 28 Sep 2012
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'The Jonathan Ross Show' TV Programme, London, Britain - 28 Sep 2012
This week saw former Harry Potter star Emma Watson wearing a revealing slit purple dress and talking about having the confidence to move on from playing squeaky-clean Hermione for a decade, having a crush on co-star Tom Felton as a child and kids being afraid of her. Maverick magician Dynamo revealed how being bullied as a child helped to pave a way to his current stardom. Comedian Jack Dee made an appearance to reassure everyone that his grumpy demeanour is just his natural look and it doesn (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'The Jonathan Ross Show' TV Programme, London, Britain - 28 Sep 2012
EDITORIAL USE ONLY / NO MERCHANDISING
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Brian J. Ritchie/Hotsauce / Rex Features (1886794c)
Emma Watson
'The Jonathan Ross Show' TV Programme, London, Britain - 28 Sep 2012
This week saw former Harry Potter star Emma Watson wearing a revealing slit purple dress and talking about having the confidence to move on from playing squeaky-clean Hermione for a decade, having a crush on co-star Tom Felton as a child and kids being afraid of her. Maverick magician Dynamo revealed how being bullied as a child helped to pave a way to his current stardom. Comedian Jack Dee made an appearance to reassure everyone that his grumpy demeanour is just his natural look and it doesn (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron / BEImages (1045529ba)
Marion Cotillard and Armand Verdure
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron / BEImages (1045529bc)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Camilla Morandi / Rex Features (1715029n)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Camilla Morandi / Rex Features (1715029o)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (1715211d)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (1715208b)
Freida Pinto and Jane Fonda
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher / Rex Features (1715065br)
Matthias Schoenaerts and Armand Verdure
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features (1715208c)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by James McCauley / Rex Features (1715015al)
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by AGF s.r.l. / Rex Features (1714873l)
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by AGF s.r.l. / Rex Features (1714873j)
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by AGF s.r.l. / Rex Features (1714873k)
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'Rust and Bone' film photocall, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher / Rex Features (1715065br)
Matthias Schoenaerts and Armand Verdure
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher / Rex Features (1715065ag)
Freida Pinto
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by David Fisher / Rex Features (1715065ai)
Jane Fonda
'Rust and Bone' film premiere, 65th Cannes Film Festival, France - 17 May 2012
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L'ENFANT ET LES SORTILEGES by Ravel
Glyndebourne Festival Opera 1987
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Nightingale
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910e)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910f)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910c)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910d)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910a)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Mother tiger gives cubs a wash by licking them at Parc des Felins zoo, Seine-et-Marne, France - 11 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Eric Cunha/Solent News / Rex Features (1537910b)
Lick It Or Not, You're Having A Wash
This mother gave new meaning to the term 'tongue lashing' when she collared her cubs for a bath.
The young siberian tigers seemed eager to squirm away as they were hauled in for a clean.
But their mum was determined to get the job done and, at one point, even used her massive paws to pin one of her mischievous offspring down.
The big cat showed who was boss as she gave each one a good licking - despite their unimpressed expressions.
The tender moments between the rare tigers were captured by photographer Eric Cunha at French zoo Parc des Felins in Seine-et-Marne.
The 41-year-old spent several days photographing the tigers in their enclosures.
He said: "Each enclosure is between two and five hectares and it can sometimes be difficult to observe the animals.
"I used very long telephoto lenses to get these shots.
"I've had a great reaction to the pictures. People are amazed by the tenderness these big cats show to their babies".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Eric Cunha / Solent News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VUXNNCHTC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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World's oldest running motor car sells for record price, Pennsylvania, America - 09 Oct 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions / Rex Features (1468739d)
World's Oldest Running Motor Car Sells For Record Price
The world's oldest running motor car has entered the history books after selling for GBP 2,978,320 ($4.62m).
The historic 1884 De Dion Bouton et Trepardoux Dos-a-Dos Steam Runabout went under the hammer at a RM Auctions sale in Pennsylvania, America.
The impressive sale price was more than double its original estimate and represents a new world record for an early motor car sold at auction.
Commissioned by French entrepreneur Count de Dion, and named 'La Marquise' after his mother, the 127 year old steam-powered vehicle was constructed 12 years before Henry Ford assembled his first car
Measuring nine feet long and weighing in at 2,100 pounds, the vehicle has a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and takes 45 minutes to generate enough steam to move.
Count De Dion owned the vehicle until 1906 when he sold it to French army officer Henri Doriol.
The Doriol family went on to own 'La Marquise' for the next 81 years.
It then ended up in the hands of Tim Moore, a member of the British Veteran Car Club, in 1987.
Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder of RM Auctions, commented: "We were honoured to have been entrusted with the sale of this most important motor car.
"The world's leading automotive collectors recognized the incredibly rare opportunity the sale represented, as was reflected in the spirited bidding and impressive result".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Darin Schnabel / RM Auctions / Solent / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VBSVPCIHW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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World's oldest running motor car sells for record price, Pennsylvania, America - 09 Oct 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions / Rex Features (1468739c)
World's Oldest Running Motor Car Sells For Record Price
The world's oldest running motor car has entered the history books after selling for GBP 2,978,320 ($4.62m).
The historic 1884 De Dion Bouton et Trepardoux Dos-a-Dos Steam Runabout went under the hammer at a RM Auctions sale in Pennsylvania, America.
The impressive sale price was more than double its original estimate and represents a new world record for an early motor car sold at auction.
Commissioned by French entrepreneur Count de Dion, and named 'La Marquise' after his mother, the 127 year old steam-powered vehicle was constructed 12 years before Henry Ford assembled his first car
Measuring nine feet long and weighing in at 2,100 pounds, the vehicle has a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and takes 45 minutes to generate enough steam to move.
Count De Dion owned the vehicle until 1906 when he sold it to French army officer Henri Doriol.
The Doriol family went on to own 'La Marquise' for the next 81 years.
It then ended up in the hands of Tim Moore, a member of the British Veteran Car Club, in 1987.
Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder of RM Auctions, commented: "We were honoured to have been entrusted with the sale of this most important motor car.
"The world's leading automotive collectors recognized the incredibly rare opportunity the sale represented, as was reflected in the spirited bidding and impressive result".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Darin Schnabel / RM Auctions / Solent / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VBSVPCIHW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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World's oldest running motor car sells for record price, Pennsylvania, America - 09 Oct 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions / Rex Features (1468739e)
World's Oldest Running Motor Car Sells For Record Price
The world's oldest running motor car has entered the history books after selling for GBP 2,978,320 ($4.62m).
The historic 1884 De Dion Bouton et Trepardoux Dos-a-Dos Steam Runabout went under the hammer at a RM Auctions sale in Pennsylvania, America.
The impressive sale price was more than double its original estimate and represents a new world record for an early motor car sold at auction.
Commissioned by French entrepreneur Count de Dion, and named 'La Marquise' after his mother, the 127 year old steam-powered vehicle was constructed 12 years before Henry Ford assembled his first car
Measuring nine feet long and weighing in at 2,100 pounds, the vehicle has a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and takes 45 minutes to generate enough steam to move.
Count De Dion owned the vehicle until 1906 when he sold it to French army officer Henri Doriol.
The Doriol family went on to own 'La Marquise' for the next 81 years.
It then ended up in the hands of Tim Moore, a member of the British Veteran Car Club, in 1987.
Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder of RM Auctions, commented: "We were honoured to have been entrusted with the sale of this most important motor car.
"The world's leading automotive collectors recognized the incredibly rare opportunity the sale represented, as was reflected in the spirited bidding and impressive result".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Darin Schnabel / RM Auctions / Solent / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VBSVPCIHW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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World's oldest running motor car sells for record price, Pennsylvania, America - 09 Oct 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions / Rex Features (1468739b)
World's Oldest Running Motor Car Sells For Record Price
The world's oldest running motor car has entered the history books after selling for GBP 2,978,320 ($4.62m).
The historic 1884 De Dion Bouton et Trepardoux Dos-a-Dos Steam Runabout went under the hammer at a RM Auctions sale in Pennsylvania, America.
The impressive sale price was more than double its original estimate and represents a new world record for an early motor car sold at auction.
Commissioned by French entrepreneur Count de Dion, and named 'La Marquise' after his mother, the 127 year old steam-powered vehicle was constructed 12 years before Henry Ford assembled his first car
Measuring nine feet long and weighing in at 2,100 pounds, the vehicle has a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and takes 45 minutes to generate enough steam to move.
Count De Dion owned the vehicle until 1906 when he sold it to French army officer Henri Doriol.
The Doriol family went on to own 'La Marquise' for the next 81 years.
It then ended up in the hands of Tim Moore, a member of the British Veteran Car Club, in 1987.
Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder of RM Auctions, commented: "We were honoured to have been entrusted with the sale of this most important motor car.
"The world's leading automotive collectors recognized the incredibly rare opportunity the sale represented, as was reflected in the spirited bidding and impressive result".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Darin Schnabel / RM Auctions / Solent / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VBSVPCIHW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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World's oldest running motor car sells for record price, Pennsylvania, America - 09 Oct 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Darin Schnabel/RM Auctions / Rex Features (1468739a)
World's Oldest Running Motor Car Sells For Record Price
The world's oldest running motor car has entered the history books after selling for GBP 2,978,320 ($4.62m).
The historic 1884 De Dion Bouton et Trepardoux Dos-a-Dos Steam Runabout went under the hammer at a RM Auctions sale in Pennsylvania, America.
The impressive sale price was more than double its original estimate and represents a new world record for an early motor car sold at auction.
Commissioned by French entrepreneur Count de Dion, and named 'La Marquise' after his mother, the 127 year old steam-powered vehicle was constructed 12 years before Henry Ford assembled his first car
Measuring nine feet long and weighing in at 2,100 pounds, the vehicle has a maximum speed of 38 miles per hour and takes 45 minutes to generate enough steam to move.
Count De Dion owned the vehicle until 1906 when he sold it to French army officer Henri Doriol.
The Doriol family went on to own 'La Marquise' for the next 81 years.
It then ended up in the hands of Tim Moore, a member of the British Veteran Car Club, in 1987.
Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder of RM Auctions, commented: "We were honoured to have been entrusted with the sale of this most important motor car.
"The world's leading automotive collectors recognized the incredibly rare opportunity the sale represented, as was reflected in the spirited bidding and impressive result".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Darin Schnabel / RM Auctions / Solent / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VBSVPCIHW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Royal Tour, Quebec, Canada - 02 Jul 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron / BEImages ( 800877f )
Crowds gather as Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit a cooking workshop at the Institut de Tourisme Et D'Hotellerie Du Quebec in Montreal
Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Royal Tour, Quebec, Canada - 02 Jul 2011
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Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Royal Tour, Quebec, Canada - 02 Jul 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron / BEImages ( 800877b )
Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge at a cooking workshop at the Institut de Tourisme Et D'Hotellerie Du Quebec in Montreal
Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Royal Tour, Quebec, Canada - 02 Jul 2011
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Picture shows: Katy Kisses the character who plays ET. A man who appears to be an albino.
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Picture shows: Katy wipes the visor of the ET , sees a human face and kisses him
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Picture shows: Katy meets an "alien", her ET.
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Gareth Pugh Ready-to-Wear Autumn Winter 2010, Paris Fashion Week, Paris, France - 03 Mar 2010
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Gareth Pugh Ready-to-Wear Autumn Winter 2010, Paris Fashion Week, Paris, France - 03 Mar 2010
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Brit Insurance 'Designs Of The Year Award 2010', Design Museum, London, Britain - 16 Feb 2010
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Madeleine Vionnet, Puriste de la Mode Exhibition, Musee Mode et du Textile, Paris. Curated by Pamela Golbin, designed by Andree Putman.
Brit Insurance 'Designs Of The Year Award 2010', Design Museum, London, Britain - 16 Feb 2010
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