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Hedley Verity bowling, F Chester as umpire
Yorkshire and England cricketer Hedley Verity bowling, F. Chester as umpire Date: circa 1930s
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Bowler Bowling Chester Cricket Cricketer Hedley Umpire Verity Wars Wicket
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless charm of cricket history into your home with this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the legendary Yorkshire and England cricketer Hedley Verity in action, bowling the ball, and F. Chester officiating as the umpire, this captivating image by renowned photographer Terry Parker transports you back to the 1930s. Experience the rich heritage of cricket through this stunning piece of sports art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 evocative photograph captures the intensity and focus of Yorkshire and England cricketer Hedley Verity (1905-1947) in his element on the cricket pitch. Verity, known for his slow left-arm orthodox spin bowling, is seen in mid-action, releasing the ball towards the batsman with a determined expression. Officiating the match is F. Chester, a diligent umpire who maintains a watchful eye on the proceedings. The image transports us back to the 1930s, an era when cricket was a major national pastime and a source of great pride in England. The period was also marked by significant global events, including the Great Depression and the looming threat of World War II. Despite these challenges, the spirit of the game continued to thrive, with players like Verity and Chester dedicating their time and energy to the sport they loved. Verity's career was marked by numerous accolades, including being part of the Yorkshire team that won the County Championship in 1932 and 1933, as well as representing England in Test matches against Australia and South Africa. His tragic death during the Second World War, at the age of just 42, cut short a promising career and left a lasting impact on the cricket world. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the passion and dedication that defined the game of cricket during the 1930s, and the enduring legacy of players like Hedley Verity and F. Chester.
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