Before the 1913 Indianapolis 500 Race is part of Dan Cleary’s Indianapolis 500: Then and Now fine art photography series, combining the early history of “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as it appears today.
This photograph layers a historic scene from before the 1913 Indianapolis 500 race with a contemporary photograph of the racetrack, creating a visual connection between the beginning of American motorsports and the Speedway’s lasting legacy. The 1913 race was one of the early landmark years in Indianapolis 500 history, won by French driver Jules Goux in a Peugeot. His victory helped establish the international importance of the race and remains one of the most memorable moments in early Indy 500 history.
Dan Cleary’s Then and Now technique brings the past and present together in one image. The result is a fine art photograph that speaks to racing history, Indianapolis tradition, and the enduring spirit of the Motor Speedway.
Each print is produced as a fine art giclée photograph using archival pigment inks and acid-free art paper. Available options include matted prints, framed photographs, and larger print sizes suitable for homes, offices, corporate collections, and racing enthusiasts.
Available sizes include:
12″x16″ Matted Photo
14″x18″ Matted & Framed Photo
13″x19″ Print
18″x24″ Matted & Framed Photo
16″x24″ Print
22″x28″ Matted & Framed Photo
24″x36″ Print




