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Fine Art Print : Oxford versus Cambridge at the Officers Training Corps tournament at Cambridge
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Oxford versus Cambridge at the Officers Training Corps tournament at Cambridge
Oxford versus Cambridge at the Officers Training Corps tournament at Cambridge.
Lieutenant Colonel C H Wilkins ( left ) making a clever parry in his bayonet fight with 2nd Lieutenant A T McCullagh ( Cambridge ).
12 June 1923
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Media ID 11035368
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Army Officer British Army Cambridge University Competition Fight Fighting Soldiers Sticks Varsity Alfieri Combatants Contest Kendo Oxford University Rivalry
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of inter-university rivalry with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the intense moment of the Officers Training Corps tournament at Cambridge, as Lieutenant Colonel C H Wilkins from Oxford and 2nd Lieutenant A T McCullagh from Cambridge engage in a fierce bayonet fight. Captured by the skilled lens of Alfieri from TopFoto, this timeless image brings the tradition and spirit of the Oxford versus Cambridge competition to your home or office. Add this beautiful piece to your collection and let the legacy of this historic event live on.
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 50.8cm x 36.1cm (20" x 14.2")
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 print captured by Alfieri, we are transported back to the intense rivalry between Oxford and Cambridge at the Officers Training Corps tournament held in Cambridge on June 12,1923. The image showcases Lieutenant Colonel C H Wilkins from Oxford engaging in a fierce bayonet fight with 2nd Lieutenant A T McCullagh representing Cambridge. As these two army officers clash head-on, their determination is palpable. Wilkins executes a clever parry, showcasing his skill and agility in combat. The tension of the moment is frozen in time as both men fiercely compete for victory. The photograph not only captures the physicality of the contest but also symbolizes the historic competition between these prestigious universities. It serves as a testament to the dedication and discipline required by soldiers in training while highlighting the spirit of healthy rivalry that exists within academic institutions. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this snapshot from Europeana Photography's collection, transporting us back to a defining era of British history. With their head guards firmly secured and sticks poised for action, these combatants embody bravery and honor synonymous with military service. Alfieri's masterful composition immortalizes this pivotal moment where strength meets strategy on an OTC battlefield. This remarkable piece invites viewers to reflect upon not only the intensity of athletic contests but also celebrates camaraderie forged through shared experiences within armed forces around the world.
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