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Jigsaw Puzzle : DISAPPOINTED BOY, 1957. Disappointed Brooklyn Dodgers fan, Stephen Cummings, age 5, looking at a sign explaining that the expected visit by Roy Campanella has been cancelled, and that Willie Mays of the New York Giants would pinch-hit. Photograph by Roger Higgins, 1957
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DISAPPOINTED BOY, 1957. Disappointed Brooklyn Dodgers fan, Stephen Cummings, age 5, looking at a sign explaining that the expected visit by Roy Campanella has been cancelled, and that Willie Mays of the New York Giants would pinch-hit. Photograph by Roger Higgins, 1957
DISAPPOINTED BOY, 1957.
Disappointed Brooklyn Dodgers fan, Stephen Cummings, age 5, looking at a sign explaining that the expected visit by Roy Campanella has been cancelled, and that Willie Mays of the New York Giants would pinch-hit. Photograph by Roger Higgins, 1957
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1957 Baseball Brooklyn Brooklyn Dodgers Disappointment Dodgers Encbr Glove Higgins Illness New York City Roger Sign Stephen Willie Young Campanella Cumming Cummings Mays
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Relive the nostalgia of a bygone era with our Disappointed Boy jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse range. This captivating puzzle features an iconic photograph by Roger Higgins, taken in 1957, depicting a disappointed 5-year-old Brooklyn Dodgers fan, Stephen Cummings, as he learns of the unexpected cancellation of Roy Campanella's visit. Witness the emotion and history unfold as you piece together this intriguing puzzle, a perfect addition to any collection for sports enthusiasts, history buffs, or puzzle lovers alike.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
DISAPPOINTED BOY, 1957 - A Heartbreaking Moment in Baseball History
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this poignant photograph captured by Roger Higgins in 1957, we witness the raw emotions of a young Brooklyn Dodgers fan named Stephen Cummings. At just five years old, Stephen's innocent face reflects his deep disappointment as he gazes at a sign that shatters his dreams. The sign explains the unfortunate news that Roy Campanella, the beloved Dodgers player whom Stephen had eagerly anticipated meeting, would not be able to make it due to illness. Instead, Willie Mays of the rival New York Giants would pinch-hit for him. The contrast between Stephen's blue and white Dodgers cap and uniform with his sad expression speaks volumes about his shattered hopes. Seated on a step with a baseball glove resting beside him and clutching onto his bat tightly, Stephen embodies the heartache felt by countless fans when their idols are unable to fulfill their expectations. This image captures not only one boy's personal disappointment but also represents an entire era in Brooklyn baseball history. Through this photograph, Higgins skillfully freezes a moment in time where innocence collides with reality - reminding us all of the bittersweet nature of sports fandom. It serves as a powerful reminder that even heroes can let us down sometimes and teaches us valuable lessons about resilience and perseverance at such tender ages. (DISCLAIMER: This caption is written based on information provided about the print "DISAPPOINTED BOY, 1957" from Granger
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