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Cricket Bat Making at John Wisdens Splitting the willow 26 March 1920
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Cricket Bat Making at John Wisdens Splitting the willow 26 March 1920
Cricket Bat Making at John Wisdens
Splitting the willow
26 March 1920
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Media ID 11014815
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Adult Artisan Craft Craftsman Craftsmen Cricket Bats Cricket Cricketer Industry Making Manufacture Skill Tools Willow Wood Work Worker Workers Working Alfieri Nineteen Twenties
Cricket Bat Making at John Wisdens - Preserving the Artistry of Willow Crafting
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. This monochrome photograph, taken on 26 March 1920, transports us back to the golden era of cricket bat making at John Wisdens. The image showcases a skilled craftsman meticulously splitting the willow with his expert hands and an array of specialized tools. In this snapshot from the heart of Europeana photography in the 1920s, we witness a true artisan at work. The man's focused expression reveals his dedication to perfecting each stroke as he transforms raw wood into a masterpiece fit for cricketers. Every swing relies on these carefully crafted bats, and it is here that their journey begins – in the hands of craftsmen like him. Capturing not only a moment frozen in time but also an entire industry's legacy, this print embodies both skill and tradition. It serves as a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship required to produce cricket bats that would stand up against fierce competition on fields around the world. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from TopFoto's collection, we are reminded of how much has changed since those early days. Yet, some things remain constant – like our appreciation for artistry and dedication to preserving traditions that define our sporting heritage. Let this photograph transport you back to an era when every crack echoed through stadiums worldwide as willow met leather - all thanks to craftsmen who split the willow with unwavering precision and passion.
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