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Cricket Match at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood (engraving)
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Cricket Match at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood (engraving)
602863 Cricket Match at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket Match at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood, London; from The Illustrated News of the World, 22 May 1858); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22414890
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Audience Cricket Match Illustrated News Lords Cricket Ground St Johns Wood
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This engraving, titled "Cricket Match at Lords Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood" takes us back to a momentous day in London's sporting history. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures the essence of a thrilling cricket match that took place on May 22,1858. The scene unfolds at the iconic Lords Cricket Ground in St Johns Wood, where spectators eagerly gather to witness this exhilarating sport. The crowd is abuzz with excitement as they don their fashionable attire of the era and await the unfolding drama on the field. From top hats to bonnets and elegant dresses to waistcoats, every member of this diverse audience adds their own touch of style to this snapshot of Victorian entertainment. Their animated expressions reveal their enthusiasm for both the game and social gathering. As we delve into this historical image from The Illustrated News of the World, we are transported back in time - immersed in an atmosphere filled with camaraderie and anticipation. We can almost hear the cheers erupting from each corner of the ground as batsmen skillfully strike balls while fielders scramble energetically across lush green grass. This enchanting engraving not only showcases a significant moment in cricket history but also provides us with a glimpse into London's vibrant pastime culture. It serves as a reminder that sports have always been able to unite people from all walks of life through shared passion and collective joy.
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