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Antique Framed Print : Digging Golf Bunker
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Digging Golf Bunker
Men busy preparing the 8th bunker at Princes golf course, Sandwich, Kent, in readiness for the Open Championship in June
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Media ID 611850
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10104322
Bunker Busy Championship Course Digging Golf Preparing Princes Readiness Sandwich Shovels Spades
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.1cm (9.6" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in history as men are seen busy preparing the 8th bunker at Princes golf course in Sandwich, Kent. The year is circa 1930, and the excitement is palpable as they work diligently in readiness for the Open Championship in June. With spades and shovels in hand, these dedicated individuals are digging away to ensure that every detail is perfect for this prestigious event.
The image showcases not only the physical labor involved in maintaining a top-tier golf course but also the historical significance of such preparations. The attention to detail and precision required to create a challenging yet fair playing field for championship-level competitors is evident in every swing of the shovel.
As a horse-drawn cart passes by, carrying supplies needed for the task at hand, one can't help but appreciate the blend of tradition and innovation present on display. This snapshot offers a glimpse into a bygone era when manual labor was essential for shaping some of the most iconic golf courses around.
In conclusion, this print from Mary Evans Picture Library serves as a reminder of the dedication and hard work that goes into preparing for major sporting events like the Open Championship. It's a testament to both human ingenuity and our enduring love affair with sports like golf.
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