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Fine Art Print : The packed stand at Ellis Park watch the fourth test between the Lions and South Africa
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The packed stand at Ellis Park watch the fourth test between the Lions and South Africa
Rugby Union - 1974 British Lions Tour to South Africa - 4th Test: South Africa 13 British Lions 13 (27/7/1974)
The crowd at Ellis Park, Johannesburg, watch the game from steep-sided makeshift scaffold stands
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Media ID 5857733
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the 1974 British Lions Tour to South Africa with our Fine Art Print of 'The Packed Stand at Ellis Park' by Colorsport / Colin Elsey. This iconic image captures the electric atmosphere of the fourth test between the Lions and South Africa, where the score ended in a dramatic 13-13 draw. Bring the history and passion of Rugby Union into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed piece, perfect for any sports enthusiast or collector.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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In this print captured by Colorsport and Colin Elsey, we are transported back to the thrilling fourth test between the British Lions and South Africa during the 1974 Rugby Union Tour. The image showcases a packed stand at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, where passionate rugby enthusiasts eagerly watch the intense match unfold. The atmosphere is electric as fans from both sides of the pitch come together, united by their love for this exhilarating sport. Perched on steep-sided makeshift scaffold stands, spectators lean forward with anticipation, their eyes fixed on every movement on the field. Their faces reflect a mix of excitement, tension, and unwavering support for their respective teams. This photograph encapsulates not only a historic moment in rugby history but also serves as a testament to the power of sports in bringing people together. It captures that unique feeling of being part of something bigger than oneself – an experience shared by thousands who have gathered here to witness this epic clash. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the deafening roar of cheers reverberating through Ellis Park's hallowed grounds. It serves as a reminder that sports have an extraordinary ability to transcend boundaries and ignite emotions like no other form of entertainment can. Colorsport Images has masterfully immortalized this iconic scene from one of rugby's most memorable encounters - forever preserving it as a cherished piece of sporting history.
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