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Wrestling match, Curzon Hall, Birmingham, UK
Opening of a wrestling match between Sol Davies and Hippy Homer, Curzon Hall, Suffolk Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK, 15 June 1908. Date: 1908
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Media ID 23055070
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Audience Birmingham Davies Fight Jack Match Midland Midlands Opening Ring Spectators Wrestler Wrestlers Wrestling
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of a wrestling match at Curzon Hall in Birmingham, UK. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the excitement of the opening bout between Sol Davies and Hippy Homer on 15 June 1908. Add a touch of history and sports nostalgia to your home or office decor with this stunning, high-quality print. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse.
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 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
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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This photograph captures the excitement and energy of a live wrestling match that took place at Curzon Hall in Birmingham, West Midlands, UK on 15 June 1908. The image showcases the interior of the grand hall adorned with British Union Jack flags, filled to capacity with an enthusiastic and engaged audience. The anticipation is palpable as Sol Davies and Hippy Homer prepare to lock horns in the center of the ring. The wrestling match was a popular form of entertainment during the early 1900s, drawing large crowds from all walks of life. The wrestlers, known for their strength, agility, and showmanship, would put on a spectacle that left the audience on the edge of their seats. The match between Sol Davies and Hippy Homer was undoubtedly no exception. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of raw athleticism and community spirit. The men in the audience, dressed in their Sunday best, are fully engaged in the action, their expressions a testament to the thrill of the moment. The wrestlers, Sol Davies and Hippy Homer, are a study in contrast, one poised and focused, the other with a mischievous grin. This photograph is a reminder of the rich history of sports and entertainment in Birmingham and the West Midlands region of the UK. It offers a unique insight into the past, allowing us to connect with a time when live events brought communities together and created unforgettable memories.
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