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Framed Print : Ron Farmer, Coventry City
Framed Photos from Coventry City Football Club
Ron Farmer, Coventry City
Coventry City Photocall
Coventry City FC are a professional football club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England
Media ID 5438767
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Capture the essence of Coventry City Football Club's rich history with our exclusive Framed Print featuring Ron Farmer. This iconic image, taken during the Coventry City Photocall, beautifully showcases his dedication and passion for the game. Perfect for any football enthusiast or proud supporter, this framed print is a must-have addition to your sports memorabilia collection.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.7cm x 24.4cm (8.5" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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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In this evocative photograph, Ron Farmer, a legendary figure in Coventry City Football Club's history, poses confidently for the cameras during a photocall in the late 1960s. Farmer, who was born in Coventry in 1935, joined the Sky Blues as a player in 1953 and went on to make over 300 appearances for the club over the next decade. A versatile player, Farmer could operate effectively in various positions across the midfield, and his tenacity, skill, and vision on the pitch earned him the admiration of Coventry City fans. He was a key member of the team that reached the FA Cup Final in 1961, where they faced Manchester City. Although Coventry City lost the match, Farmer's performance was widely praised, and he was named in the FA Cup Team of the Year. After retiring from professional football in 1965, Farmer continued his association with Coventry City as a coach and then manager. He took charge of the team in 1973, leading them to promotion to the First Division in 1974, the club's first top-flight appearance since the 1960s. Farmer's tenure as manager saw Coventry City establish themselves as a force in English football, with the team reaching the FA Cup Final again in 1987 and finishing as runners-up in the League Cup in 1986 and 1987. This photograph captures Farmer in his prime, both as a player and as a leader, and serves as a reminder of his significant contribution to Coventry City Football Club's history. The image is a valuable addition to the club's archives, preserving the memory of a much-loved figure for future generations of fans.
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