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Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm School Cricket Team
Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - the Farm School winning cricket eleven in 1901. Date: 1901
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Media ID 14262016
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bisley Cricket Eleven Shaftesbury Winning 1901
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm School Cricket Team from 1901. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the rich history of cricket and rural life over a century ago. Perfect for cricket enthusiasts, history buffs, or those who appreciate the charm of vintage photography, this fine art print is a must-have addition to any home or office space. Bring the timeless beauty of the past into your present with this stunning, rights-managed print.
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 50.5cm x 40.6cm (19.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from 1901, the Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm School cricket team proudly displays their winning eleven after a hard-fought match. The scene takes place on the lush, green grounds of the Farm School, located in Bisley, a picturesque village nestled in the Surrey countryside. The team members, all dressed in crisp white cricket uniforms and matching caps, exude a sense of camaraderie and accomplishment. The Shaftesbury Home, also known as the Royal Salem Home for Waifs and Strays, was a charitable institution that provided education, training, and shelter for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected children. The Farm School was a part of this organization and offered agricultural training to its students, teaching them valuable skills for a future in rural life. Cricket was just one of the many extracurricular activities that the children participated in, fostering not only physical fitness but also teamwork and sportsmanship. The year 1901 marks a significant achievement for the Shaftesbury Home, Bisley - Farm School cricket team, as they emerged victorious in their cricket matches. The photograph captures the joy and pride on the faces of the young players, who have come together to celebrate their team spirit and success. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of education, community, and sport in shaping the lives of children, especially those who have faced adversity. This photograph, with its rich historical context and emotional resonance, is a valuable addition to any collection that highlights the social scene of the early 20th century. It offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the importance of community, perseverance, and the simple joy of playing cricket.
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