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Great Curling-Match at the Glaciarium, Southport (engraving)
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Great Curling-Match at the Glaciarium, Southport (engraving)
1614159 Great Curling-Match at the Glaciarium, Southport (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Curling-Match at the Glaciarium, Southport. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 August 1885.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22853618
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bolton Delivered Distribution Merseyside Prizegiving Prizes Southport Winter Sports
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This engraving, titled "Great Curling-Match at the Glaciarium, Southport" takes us back to a thrilling winter sports event in the 19th century. The image showcases the intense competition and camaraderie among curlers as they gather on a frozen rink in Southport. The scene depicts the prize distribution after an exhilarating match, where skilled athletes from Merseyside and Bolton showcased their expertise in delivering stones with precision. Each player's aim was crucial as they strategically slid their stones across the icy surface towards the target. The atmosphere is electric, with spectators eagerly watching every move and cheering for their favorite teams. The Glaciarium provides a picturesque backdrop for this grand sporting occasion, its glistening ice reflecting both excitement and determination. As we delve into this historical moment captured by an anonymous English School artist, we are transported to a time when curling held great significance within winter communities. This print serves as a testament to not only the popularity of winter sports but also highlights how such events brought people together during colder months. With its intricate details and vibrant energy, this engraving immortalizes an era when curling matches were highly anticipated social gatherings that celebrated skillful athleticism amidst frosty landscapes.
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