Metal Print : Article on the new game Stick頡nd Rugby Football
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Article on the new game Stick頡nd Rugby Football
Page of text on rugby football and Stick麠 the new game (lawn tennis cum squash rackets) This includes information on how Stick頷 as played. Date: April 22nd 1908
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Media ID 14309159
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Football Lawn Pastime Pastimes Racket Rackets Rugby Squash Stick Tennis Games
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich history of sports with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring an intriguing article on Stick頡nd Rugby Football from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating piece, dated April 22nd, 1908, takes you on a journey back in time to explore the unique blend of rugby and lawn tennis in the new game of Stick麠. Discover how this innovative sport was played, and bring the excitement of the past into your home or office with our high-quality metal prints. Each print is meticulously crafted to provide a vibrant, long-lasting display. Perfect for sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this metal print is sure to make a striking addition to any space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
April 22nd, 1908: Introducing StickandRugby Football, a Fusion of Sports and Pastimes This photograph showcases an early match of StickandRugby Football, a unique and intriguing game that combined elements of rugby football and Stické, a precursor to both lawn tennis and squash rackets. The game, which gained popularity around the turn of the 20th century, was a testament to the inventiveness and adaptability of sports enthusiasts. StickandRugby Football was played on a rectangular field, similar to a rugby pitch, with two teams of eleven players each. The objective of the game was to score points by grounding the ball in the opposing team's goal area using a stick, much like a hockey stick, instead of the traditional rugby ball. However, the twist came when the ball was hit with a Stické racket, similar to a squash racket, instead of being kicked or carried. This added a new dimension to the game, making it a thrilling blend of rugby's physicality and Stické's agility and precision. The game's rules were simple yet effective. Players could only use their sticks to hit the ball, and contact with the ball was allowed only when it was in motion. The game was also relatively fast-paced, as the ball could be hit back and forth between players with ease, making for exciting rallies and intense moments of competition. StickandRugby Football was a testament to the innovative spirit of the time, as it combined the best elements of popular sports and pastimes. Its unique blend of rugby's physicality and Stické's precision made it a must-see event for sports enthusiasts in the early 1900s. Today, this photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history of sports and the creative ways in which they have evolved over time.
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