Photographic Print : Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds - Cricket Team
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Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds - Cricket Team
Boys cricket team at Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds, with bats, stumps etc. Date: circa 1913
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Media ID 14347247
© Peter Higginbotham /Mary Evans Picture Library
Bats Carehome Cricket Headingley Homes Leeds Orphan Services Stumps Welfare Childrens
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a boys cricket team at Headingley Orphan Homes in Leeds, circa 1913. The boys, dressed in cricket attire, are focused and determined as they prepare for a match, with bats in hand and stumps in sight. Add this evocative and nostalgic print to your wall and relive the charm of a bygone era. Rights Managed.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.2cm (11" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of resilience and joy among the boys of Headingley Orphan Homes, Leeds, as they engage in a cricket match circa 1913. The image showcases a group of young boys, dressed in simple yet neat uniforms, holding cricket bats and gathered around a set of stumps. The scene takes place in the lush, green grounds of the orphanage, with the sun casting a warm glow over the boys and the surrounding trees. The Headingley Orphan Homes, located in Leeds, England, was an institution that provided care and support for children in need. Established in the late 19th century, the home aimed to offer a safe and nurturing environment for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected children. The institution was run by the Church of England and relied on the support of local communities and charitable donations to provide essential services. Cricket was just one of the many activities that the boys at Headingley Orphan Homes enjoyed. The game not only provided an opportunity for physical activity and healthy competition but also helped to foster a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among the boys. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of community, care, and the transformative power of sports in the lives of children, especially those who have faced adversity. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the vital role that children's homes and social services play in our society. The boys in the photograph may no longer be with us, but their story continues to inspire us to support and care for the most vulnerable members of our community.
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