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Denis Compton at Hastings
Cricketer Denis Compton acknowledges the crowd at the Central Recreation Ground, Hastings. Playing for The South against Sir Pelham Warners Eleven, Middlesex and England star batsman Compton brought his aggregate run total for the season to 3, 570, thus beating the long standing record of Tom Hayward, set in 1906. This was a fantastic summer for Compton, just a few days previously he had beaten Jack Hobbs record (set in 1925) of sixteen centuries in a season. Date: September 1947
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1947 Batsman Compton Cricket Cricketer Denis Hastings Innings Middlesex Pelham Record Recreation Season
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless charm of cricket history into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring Denis Compton at Hastings. This iconic image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the moment of acknowledgement from the cricket legend as he plays for The South against Sir Pelham Warners Eleven at the Central Recreation Ground, Hastings. Our high-quality metal prints offer vibrant colors, rich details, and a sleek, modern look that adds character to any space. Preserve your favorite sports memories and relive the thrill of the game with this stunning metal print.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, Denis Compton, the Middlesex and England cricketing legend, takes a moment to acknowledge the adoring crowd at Hastings' Central Recreation Ground. The scene is set in September 1947, during a match between The South and Sir Pelham Warners Eleven. Compton, who had already enjoyed an exceptional summer, brought his aggregate run total for the season to a staggering 3,570 runs with this innings. This achievement surpassed the long-standing record of Tom Hayward, which had been set an impressive 41 years earlier, in 1906. Just a few days prior, Compton had also broken Jack Hobbs' record of sixteen centuries in a single season, a feat that had been accomplished back in 1925. The summer of 1947 was truly a golden moment in Compton's illustrious career, as he demonstrated his mastery of the bat and his ability to captivate the hearts of cricket fans across the land. The Central Recreation Ground in Hastings, with its lush green pitch and picturesque surroundings, provided the perfect backdrop for this historic moment. The crowd, a sea of hats and blazers, watches intently as Compton takes a bow, their faces etched with awe and admiration. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding to the sense of tranquility and timelessness. This photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of cricket and the indelible impact that Denis Compton left on the game. It is a moment frozen in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, and a reminder of the unparalleled joy and excitement that cricket can bring to people.
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