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Cricket at Gads Hill Place, Rochester, c1868
Cricket at Gads Hill Place, Rochester, c1868. Charles Dickens Bowling the first ball at a charity match at the back of Gads Hill Place near Rochester, September 16th 1868. From The Studio Volume 108. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1934]
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Bowler Bowling Charity Charles Dickens Charles John Huffam Charles John Huffam Dickens Cloudy Cricket Dickens Higham Kent Match Pitch Rochester Spectator Studio Publications Studio Volume 108 Umpire Country House Faaade
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Cricket at Gads Hill Place, Rochester, c1868." This captivating image transports you to a bygone era, featuring Charles Dickens himself bowling the first ball at a charity cricket match at the picturesque Gads Hill Place near Rochester, in September 1868. This rare, vintage photograph from Heritage Images is a must-have for history buffs, cricket enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to add a touch of nostalgia to their home decor. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning, long-lasting addition to your collection.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Cricket at Gads Hill Place, Rochester, c1868 - A Moment Frozen in Time
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. This print captures a historic moment at Gads Hill Place near Rochester on September 16th, 1868. The legendary Charles Dickens himself is seen bowling the first ball at a charity cricket match. The weather seems slightly cloudy, adding an air of excitement to the scene. Surrounded by lush greenery and towering trees, this idyllic outdoor setting provides the perfect backdrop for this sporting event. Spectators gather around the pitch, eagerly watching every move as men engage in friendly competition. The grand facade of Gads Hill Place stands proudly in the background, showcasing its stately charm and hinting at its rich history. This country house was once home to Charles Dickens himself and now serves as a symbol of literary greatness. In this black-and-white image from Studio Volume 108 published in London in 1934, we are transported back to the 19th century when cricket matches were not only about sport but also served as important social gatherings for communities. As we admire this remarkable print from Heritage Images' collection curated by The Print Collector29, we can't help but feel connected to that era – witnessing a cherished moment where literature meets sportsmanship amidst nature's beauty.
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