Fine Art Print : FA Cup winners - Blackburn Olympic, 1883
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FA Cup winners - Blackburn Olympic, 1883
FA Cup winners in 1883, Blackburn Olympic. This was the last occasion on which two purely amateur elevens contested for the cup, the runners-up being Old Etonians. Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, c. 1930. Date: 1883
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Media ID 14234971
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1883 Amateur Association Blackburn Football Olympic Players Soccer Teams Winners Winning
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the historic FA Cup final of 1883 between Blackburn Olympic and Old Etonians. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the last FA Cup final to be contested by two purely amateur teams. Relive the excitement and nostalgia of this iconic moment in football history, as you adorn your walls with this stunning piece of sports heritage.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 53.3cm (11" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph depicts the Blackburn Olympic team, the FA Cup winners of 1883. This historic moment marks the last time two purely amateur teams contested for the coveted FA Cup, with Old Etonians serving as the runners-up. The FA Cup, also known as the Football Association Challenge Cup, is the oldest domestic football competition in the world, and this victory by Blackburn Olympic holds a significant place in its rich history. The image showcases the team's jubilant celebration, with the players proudly holding aloft the FA Cup trophy. Dressed in their traditional kit, the team members exude a sense of pride and accomplishment. The 1880s were an era of great innovation and growth in the world of football, and this photograph is a testament to the passion and dedication of the teams and players that shaped the sport's early history. The Association Cup Winners Players Cigarettes card set, from which this photograph is taken, was a popular collectible during the 1930s. The set featured cards of various FA Cup-winning teams, providing football fans with a glimpse into the past and celebrating the rich heritage of the game. This photograph, in particular, holds a special place in the collection due to its historical significance as the last FA Cup final between two amateur teams. As we admire this photograph, we are transported back in time to an era of passion, innovation, and camaraderie in the world of football. The Blackburn Olympic team's victory in the FA Cup in 1883 remains a pivotal moment in the history of the sport, and this photograph serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the FA Cup and the teams and players that have made it what it is today.
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