Description

Mercedes-Benz Frame 300 SL 1954

Printed reproduction of an original watercolour by Uli Ehret 

With a black-painted wooden frame, double mat and protective glass

Limited edition of 100 numbered and signed copies

Size 25 x 30 cm

Made in Germany

The 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is the famous "Gullwing" coupé, derived from the W194 racing car and Mercedes' first major production sports car of the post-war era. With its 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine with direct injection, its ultra-lightweight tubular chassis, and its characteristic gullwing doors, it offered top-of-the-line performance for its time (over 215 hp and over 230 km/h) while embodying a unique blend of advanced technology and classic elegance that has become iconic.

A Dream Life in Watercolor

Since childhood, Uli Ehret (born in Weinheim, Germany in April 1965) was passionate about cars and painting. At just 16 years old, he began winning national art competitions, and at 21, he opened his own advertising agency.

In 1998, the discovery of watercolor as a medium for depicting racing cars allowed him to make his first breakthrough in art. For his exhibition at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2005, Ehret demonstrated that he had finally found the tool to express dynamism, movement, and vibrations, and that he was now able to represent speed in his paintings. A subtle blend of realistic representation and impressionism. By its very nature, watercolor allows for a representation of movement that can be perceived even in the dust spray from the road and the glow of the brake discs. And the way Ehret utilizes the background adds even more speed to his works.

But his work doesn't stop at this impressionistic style; it is also complemented by the story of a specific race, a driver's life, a competition's high point, or a historical moment in motorsport. Uli Ehret reads extensively about motorsport, both current and historical. His library contains several hundred books on all kinds of cars, drivers, and eras. Thus, a painting doesn't just depict a fast car, but also tells a story about the person behind the wheel or a particular day of racing, filled with historical details.

References :

Rolex, Gulf Oil, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, Shell, Alpina, Aston Martin, Volkswagen

Special artworks for Le Mans teams: Corvette Racing, ProDrive, Larbre Competition, Team Modena, Roll Centre, etc.

Custom commissions for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.

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