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Antique Framed Print : CRICKETER, BOARD
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CRICKETER, BOARD
J. BOARD CRICKETER - GLOUCESTERSHIRE Date: 1867-1924
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Media ID 20158507
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1867 Cricket Cricketer Gloucestershire 1924
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 16.9cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage photograph captures the essence of cricket in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring J. Board, a skilled cricketer representing the esteemed Gloucestershire team during the period 1867 to 1924. The image showcases Board in his cricket attire, holding a bat and standing before a wooden scoreboard. The scoreboard, a crucial element of the game, displays the ongoing tally of runs scored by both teams, adding an air of excitement and tension to the scene. Cricket, a quintessentially British sport, has a rich history that dates back to the 16th century. By the late 1800s, it had evolved into a popular pastime and a source of national pride. The photograph of J. Board is a testament to the passion and dedication of cricketers during this era. The image also highlights the simplicity and elegance of the game, with its emphasis on skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. The lush, green field, dotted with spectators, adds to the idyllic setting, making this photograph a charming reminder of a bygone era. J. Board's career spanned over five decades, making him an integral part of Gloucestershire's cricketing history. His dedication to the sport and the team is evident in this photograph, which captures a moment of focus and determination as he prepares to take a swing at the ball. This photograph is not only a valuable historical document but also a beautiful piece of art that evokes a sense of nostalgia and wonder. It invites us to appreciate the rich heritage of cricket and the enduring appeal of this timeless sport.
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