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Illustration depicting a 19th-century cricket match with women watching
5311087 Illustration depicting a 19th-century cricket match with women watching; (add.info.: Date: 1884); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38179750
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
27x27 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself back to the 19th century with this captivating poster print depicting a cricket match with women watching. A perfect addition to any sports lover's collection, this illustration brings history to life in stunning detail.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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.
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This illustration from 1884 transports us back to a 19th-century cricket match, where gentlemen in traditional attire engage in a spirited game on the field. The scene is made even more intriguing by the presence of women watching from the sidelines, their elegant dresses and parasols adding a touch of refinement to the sporting event.
In an era when gender roles were strictly defined, it is refreshing to see women taking an interest in a traditionally male-dominated activity like cricket. Their presence suggests that even in the confines of Victorian society, there was room for women to enjoy leisure activities and partake in communal events.
The artist has skillfully captured the excitement and camaraderie of the match, with players engrossed in their game while spectators look on with anticipation. The detailed rendering of period costumes and accessories adds authenticity to this historical snapshot, allowing us to glimpse into a bygone era where cricket was not just a sport but also a social occasion.
As we admire this illustration depicting a moment frozen in time, we are reminded of how sports have always had the power to bring people together across boundaries of class and gender. It serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of cricket as both a pastime and a cultural phenomenon.
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