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Two pupils at Marlborough College, Wiltshire
Two pupils at Marlborough College, Wiltshire, dressed for tennis. Date: 1911
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Media ID 14416935
© The Patricia Aubrey Collection / Mary Evans
Boarding College Marlborough Private Pupil Pupils Racket Raquet Straw Teenage Teenager Teenagers Tennis Trousers Wiltshire
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "A Serene Afternoon of Tennis at Marlborough College, Wiltshire, 1911" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a tranquil afternoon at Marlborough College, a prestigious public boarding school nestled in the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire, England. Established in 1843, Marlborough College is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum and impressive list of notable alumni. In this image, two teenage boys, dressed in the height of fashion for the early 1910s, engage in a friendly tennis match on the college's pristine lawns. The older boy, wearing a straw boater hat and white trousers, confidently holds his racket at the ready, while his younger companion, also in white trousers and a straw hat, focuses intently on the ball as it approaches. The school buildings, with their grand architecture and red-tiled roofs, stand proudly in the background, a testament to the college's rich history and tradition. The lush, green landscape and clear blue sky further emphasize the idyllic setting, as if frozen in time. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of Marlborough College students during the early 20th century. Tennis, a popular sport among the privileged classes, provided not only physical activity but also an opportunity for friendly competition and camaraderie. The boys' attire, with its crisp whites and straw hats, underscores the school's emphasis on smart appearance and adherence to tradition. This photograph, with its timeless charm and nostalgic appeal, invites us to reflect on the enduring values of education, sportsmanship, and friendship that continue to define Marlborough College and its students to this day.
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