Start van de race Parijs-Amsterdam voor automobielen Possibly 1898

This black and white photograph by Delizy, titled "Start van de race Parijs-Amsterdam voor automobielen" (Start of the Paris-Amsterdam Race for Automobiles) captures a pivotal moment in automotive history. The image, possibly taken in 1898, shows a line of early automobiles, including the lead car in the Paris-Amsterdam race, lined up at the starting line. The spectators, who line the side of the street, watch in awe as the racers prepare for the journey. This photograph provides a glimpse into the early days of motorsports and the excitement of the automobile's emergence.