The Porsche 917 McQueen Lemans by Royal artist Richard Gower, prints are available.

Steve McQueen’s Porsche 917

An Original Oil Painting by Richard Gower – Resident Artist at Bowcliffe Hall

Porsche 917. Steve McQueen. Le Mans. Richard Gower.

A remarkable combination of automotive and artistic history — and one that has a special connection with Bowcliffe Hall.

We are delighted to offer this original oil painting of Steve McQueen’s legendary Porsche 917, as featured in the iconic 1971 film Le Mans, painted by acclaimed British artist Richard Gower, the resident artist at Bowcliffe Hall.

Richard Gower is a highly regarded British artist whose work has entered important private collections in the UK and overseas. His career has included commissions for notable figures and institutions, and perhaps most significantly, his portrait of HRH Prince Philip from his final official engagement was accepted into the Royal Collection.

Gower’s ability to capture character, atmosphere and movement makes his work particularly suited to the world of motoring and motor racing.

Steve McQueen and the Porsche 917

Few racing cars have achieved the legendary status of the Porsche 917.

Forever associated with the Gulf colours, endurance racing and Steve McQueen, the 917 became one of the great icons of motorsport. McQueen’s Le Mans brought the drama and atmosphere of endurance racing to the big screen and created imagery that remains instantly recognisable more than 50 years later.

Gower’s painting captures that extraordinary combination of car, driver, film and racing history.

And because this is an original oil painting, there is only one.

A unique Bowcliffe connection

Having Richard Gower as resident artist at Bowcliffe Hall makes this artwork particularly special.

Visitors can see the painting in the surroundings where the artist himself is based, alongside our collection of vintage watches, motoring memorabilia and automotive art.

The original painting is available to purchase.

High-quality prints are also available.

Whether you are a Porsche enthusiast, a Steve McQueen admirer, a collector of motorsport art or simply appreciate exceptional original artwork, this is a piece with a remarkable story.

View at Bowcliffe Hall by appointment.

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