Fine Art Print : Bill Voce, Nottinghamshire and England Cricketer
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Bill Voce, Nottinghamshire and England Cricketer
Photograph of the English cricketer, Bill Voce, in action during the MCC tour of Australia, 1933. During that tour, D.R. Jardine, the MCC Captain, used the pace of Larwood to employ leg theory (also known as bodyline bowling). Although successful on the cricket field, the tactic was deemed unsportsmanlike by many Australians and soured Anglo-Australian relations. Date: 1933
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1933 Australian Bill Bowler Bowlers Bowling Cricket Cricketer Nottinghamshire Tactic Theory Bodyline Voce
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of cricket with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases Bill Voce, the Nottinghamshire and England cricketer, in action during the MCC tour of Australia in 1933. Taken by the renowned photographer from Mary Evans Prints Online, this photograph beautifully captures the intensity and passion of Voce's performance. Bring the legacy of cricket into your home or office with our premium quality, museum-grade prints. Each print is carefully produced using archival inks and papers to ensure longevity and vibrancy. Order now and relive the golden era of cricket through this stunning piece of sports history.
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 controversy of the 1933 MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club) tour of Australia, as English cricketer Bill Voce delivers a ball during a contentious match. Voce, a Nottinghamshire and England player, was a key member of the team that employed the infamous 'bodyline' bowling tactic, which was masterminded by the MCC captain, Douglas Jardine. The tactic, also known as leg theory, involved targeting the batsman's body with short-pitched, in-swinging balls, aiming to intimidate and disrupt their concentration. The 1933 tour was a significant moment in cricket history, as the bodyline tactic was met with fierce opposition from the Australian public and cricket community. Many perceived it as unsportsmanlike and dangerous, leading to widespread protests and heated debates both on and off the field. The controversy soured Anglo-Australian relations and cast a long shadow over the game. Despite the controversy, the tactic was ultimately successful on the cricket field, with England winning the Ashes series 4-1. However, the ethical implications of the bodyline tactic continued to be debated for decades, with some arguing that it represented a dark chapter in the history of the sport. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in cricket history, capturing the tension and drama of the 1933 MCC tour of Australia. Bill Voce's focused expression and the ominous clouds in the background add to the sense of intensity and anticipation, making this an iconic image in the annals of cricket history.
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