Laurel Bank is from Rachael Clegg’s Milestones series in which every single image illustrates an event from the history of the Isle of Man TT Races.

The story: 

In the early days of the Isle of Man TT motorcycle engines were constructed from iron and relied on air-cooling. Inevitably, after the sharp ascent through Glen Helen engines would often overheat but the Rex motorcycle company had a solution. Rex persuaded a lady living in a cottage near Laurel Bank to leave a pale of water outside for Rex riders to pour over their engines. This was a water-cooled engine in its crudest form. 

His colleagues voted against a boycott and so the race went ahead. But due to rear suspension failure Lauda crashed at Bergwerk and his Ferrari 312T2 burst into flames. Lauda was trapped in the car and suffered from severe burns and damage to his lungs. Sadly, this was the last ever Formula One race to be held on the Nordschleife. 

Rachael Clegg's Limited Edition Art Prints have something of a cult following with collectors across the globe. Limited to edition runs of just 30, each print is signed and numbered by Rachael Clegg and comes with a certificate of authenticity and accompanying story text.

Images are printed on matt Photo Rag 308 gram/m² paper. Each print is carefully hand-rolled in craft paper and shipped in a rigid postal tube. Prices include worldwide shipping. Prints are available in three sizes:

Medium 50x40cm (approximate paper size) 
Large 81x64cm (approximate paper size) 
Extra Large 101x81cm (approximate paper size)

A bespoke 'one off' edit service is also available if you prefer a truly unique art print - please email Rachael to discuss your requirements - prices start from £500 (in addition to the print cost)

Framed options are also available. Images are dry-mounted behind art glass within a bespoke solid wood frame. Frames are available in either a black or white painted finish. These pieces are shipped in a robust crate.