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The Wimbledon Prize Meeting (engraving)
603810 The Wimbledon Prize Meeting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wimbledon Prize Meeting: Rifle Match between the Lords and the Commons. Published in the Illustrated London News, 19 July 1862.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23239216
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints, featuring the captivating engraving "The Wimbledon Prize Meeting" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This exquisite 19th century artwork depicts the Rifle Match between the Lords and the Commons, offering a glimpse into the rich history of Wimbledon and parliamentary traditions. Bring the charm of this iconic image into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and elegance to any space. Experience the timeless beauty of this intricately detailed engraving, now available in a convenient and affordable format. Order yours today and relive the history with every glance.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 captures a historic moment in British sports history - The Wimbledon Prize Meeting. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this engraving showcases the Rifle Match between the Lords and the Commons. Published in the Illustrated London News on July 19,1862, it offers a glimpse into a thrilling competition that brought together men from different backgrounds. The image depicts skilled marksmen aiming their rifles at distant targets on the renowned Wimbledon rifle ranges. With intense concentration etched on their faces, these competitors showcase their precision and determination to claim victory for their respective teams. Spectators eagerly watch from behind as they witness this exciting clash of shooting prowess. Beyond being just a sporting event, The Wimbledon Prize Meeting symbolizes unity and friendly rivalry among members of society's elite circles. It highlights how even those holding positions of power can come together for shared interests outside politics or governance. Preserved within a private collection, this extraordinary piece invites us to reflect upon our own competitive spirit while appreciating historical moments that have shaped our society today. As we gaze upon this remarkable engraving from Fine Art Finder's Bridgeman Images collection, we are transported back to an era when shooting clubs like Wimbledon were not only places of skillful marksmanship but also hubs of camaraderie and social interaction among Britain's upper classes.
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