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Leyton Cricket Ground
Essex host 1902 champions Yorkshire in a County Championship cricket match at the Leyton Ground, East London. Essex are in the field, with Denton and Wilkinson batting for Yorkshire, who won the match by 261 runs. Date: May 1903
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Championship Cricket Denton Essex Leyton Match Wilkinson
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Leyton Cricket Ground photograph from Media Storehouse's range of Rights Managed prints, sourced exclusively from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image transports you back in time to a County Championship cricket match in 1902, where Essex hosted the reigning champions, Yorkshire. The scene is set at the Leyton Ground in East London, with Essex players in the field, focusing intently as Denton and Wilkinson take their turns at the crease for Yorkshire. Experience the rich history of cricket and relive the excitement of a bygone era with this beautifully preserved photograph. Order your Rights Managed print today and bring the charm of this classic cricket moment into your home or office.
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. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 12.8cm (12" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph transports us back in time to the hallowed grounds of Leyton Cricket Ground in East London, where the County Championship match between Essex and Yorkshire took place in May 1903. The image captures a pivotal moment in the game, with Yorkshire's Denton and Wilkinson at the crease for their team, who had won the previous year's championship title. The atmosphere at Leyton Ground was electric, as Essex looked to challenge the reigning champions. However, it was not to be, as Yorkshire's batting pair put on a masterclass, scoring runs at a brisk pace. The crowd, dressed in their Sunday best, watched intently as the batsmen played strokes of exquisite skill and determination. The setting sun cast a golden glow over the outfield, adding to the idyllic scene. The grandstand, adorned with the logos of various sponsors and cricket clubs, stands proudly in the background, a testament to the game's rich history and tradition. This photograph is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when cricket was more than just a sport, but a way of life. It is a reminder of the passion and dedication that has kept the game alive for over a century. The image also highlights the close connection between the communities of East London and the game of cricket, a bond that continues to this day. The scoreboard in the foreground shows Yorkshire's dominance, with Essex struggling to keep up. The final tally of 261 runs in Yorkshire's favor underlines the scale of their victory. Despite the result, the Essex players and supporters would have left the ground with a renewed sense of determination, knowing that they had witnessed a truly great performance from the champions.
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