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Fine Art Print : Rugby Union match, Redruth, Cornwall. 10th October 1912
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Rugby Union match, Redruth, Cornwall. 10th October 1912
A match between Cornwall, in the striped jerseys, and the touring South African Springboks team at Redruth. The picture shows a scrum during the match. The Springboks went on to win the match 15-6. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : VUsrg.4
Media ID 12310532
© From the collection of the RIC
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of a Rugby Union match between Cornwall and the South African Springboks at Redruth, Cornwall on 10th October 1912. Witness the intensity and passion of the game as two legendary teams go head-to-head in this historic moment. This print, taken from the archives of the Royal Cornwall Museum, showcases a thrilling scrum during the match, where the Springboks ultimately emerged victorious with a score of 15-6. Bring the rich history of Rugby Union into your home or office with this authentic and intriguing piece of sports memorabilia.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 27.9cm (21" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to a momentous Rugby Union match that took place on the 10th of October, 1912. The picturesque setting is Redruth, Cornwall, where two formidable teams clashed with great intensity and skill. On one side, we see the local heroes proudly donning their striped jerseys representing Cornwall, while on the other side stands the touring South African Springboks team. The image freezes a crucial moment during this thrilling encounter - a scrum. Bodies tightly packed together, muscles straining against each other as players fight for possession of the ball. Surrounding them are towering trees and an old building that add to the rustic charm of this Cornish field. The atmosphere is electric as a crowd eagerly watches every move from behind makeshift barriers. Their faces filled with anticipation and excitement reflect their unwavering support for both sides. In the distance stand sturdy rugby posts awaiting potential conversions or penalties that could sway the outcome of this intense battle between nations. Ultimately, it was South Africa's Springboks who emerged victorious with a final scoreline reading 15-6. This historic photograph serves as a testament to their triumph but also immortalizes an era when rugby held immense importance within communities like Redruth. Captured by an unknown photographer whose work has stood the test of time, this remarkable snapshot encapsulates not only sporting history but also showcases Cornish pride and passion for rugby union at its finest.
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