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Real Tennis in Italy
Giocco della racchetta - four Italians in a game of real tennis in an indoor court, watched by spectators
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Della Indoor Italians Real Spectators Tennis Watched
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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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This photograph print transports us back in time to the 18th century Italy, where the elegant and historic game of Real Tennis was in its prime. The image, titled "Giocco della Racquetta" or "Game of the Racket," showcases four passionate Italians engrossed in a spirited match on an indoor court. The game, a precursor to modern tennis, is characterized by its unique features such as the use of a solid ball, a larger court, and the absence of a net. The indoor setting of the court adds an intriguing layer to the scene, as it was a luxury amenity reserved for the wealthy and nobility. The dimly lit room, adorned with ornate columns and frescoes, creates an enchanting atmosphere that further emphasizes the prestige and exclusivity of the game. The photograph also reveals a lively gathering of spectators, who are intently watching the match unfold. Their animated expressions and gestures suggest the excitement and anticipation that surrounded Real Tennis during this era. The spectators, dressed in fashionable attire of the time, add an element of grandeur and sophistication to the scene. As we delve deeper into the history of Real Tennis, we discover that it originated in France in the 14th century and quickly spread to Italy, where it gained immense popularity. The game remained a favorite pastime among the Italian nobility for centuries, with numerous courts being built in palaces and villas across the country. This photograph, with its rich historical context, offers a captivating glimpse into the world of 18th-century Italian Real Tennis and the passion and elegance that surrounded the game. It serves as a testament to the enduring allure and legacy of this ancient sport.
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