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Canvas Print : World famous batsman struggles with passport requirements on eve of departure for Australia
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World famous batsman struggles with passport requirements on eve of departure for Australia
World famous batsman struggles with passport requirements on eve of departure for Australia.
Left to right : Miss Vera Hobbs, Mrs Hobbs, Ivor Hobbs, Jack Hobbs Junr, and at desk, Jack Hobbs himself.
12 September 1924
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Media ID 11018848
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of sports history with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "World Famous Batsman Struggles with Passport Requirements on Eve of Departure for Australia," features the legendary Jack Hobbs and his family, as they navigate the challenges of travel before an important cricket tour. Printed on high-quality canvas and coated with a protective varnish, our Canvas Prints bring vibrant colors and stunning details to your home or office. Relive the past with this exclusive, museum-quality piece from TopFoto's Central News collection.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photo print, taken on 12 September 1924, we witness a moment of unexpected struggle for a world-famous batsman on the eve of his departure for Australia. The image showcases an intriguing group composition, with individuals positioned from left to right: Miss Vera Hobbs, Mrs. Hobbs, Ivor Hobbs, Jack Hobbs Junr. , and at the desk sits none other than Jack Hobbs himself. The photograph captures a significant era in history - between the wars in Europe during the 1920s. Its monochrome aesthetic adds depth and nostalgia to the scene while emphasizing its timeless appeal. Preserved by Central News agency, this remarkable piece from their extensive collection offers us a glimpse into the challenges faced by even renowned figures like Jack Hobbs when it comes to passport requirements. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, one can't help but wonder about the circumstances surrounding these struggles. Was it an administrative oversight or perhaps unforeseen complications that caused such frustration? Regardless of what transpired behind closed doors that day, this photograph serves as a reminder that even celebrated individuals encounter obstacles along their journeys. This evocative image invites us to reflect upon our own experiences with bureaucracy and reminds us that even those who seem invincible are not immune to its demands. It stands as a testament to both personal resilience and historical significance – encapsulating an era where international travel was becoming more accessible yet still fraught with challenges.
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