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Contract Bridge Contest, 1932
Scenes at the Anglo-Dutch-German contract bridge contest played at Grosvenor House in January 1932. Crockfords Club, one of the best-known bridge centres in London, put three teams forward against representatives from Germany and Holland.
1932
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Media ID 23144344
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Scenes at the Anglo-Dutch-German Contract Bridge Contest, 1932" by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the intense concentration and competitive spirit of the players as they engage in a high-stakes contract bridge match held at the prestigious Grosvenor House in January 1932. This captivating vintage photograph, brought to life in stunning detail on a canvas print, is the perfect addition to any home or office space, evoking the elegance and sophistication of a bygone era.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This photograph, taken in January 1932, showcases an intense and thrilling moment at the Anglo-Dutch-German Contract Bridge Contest held at the prestigious Grosvenor House in London. Contract Bridge, a popular card game that had taken the world by storm since its inception in the late 1920s, had become a favorite pastime and craze for people from all walks of life. The Crockfords Club, one of the most esteemed bridge centres in London, proudly put forward three teams to compete against representatives from Germany and Holland in this international tournament. The players, deeply engrossed in the game, display a range of emotions - from intense concentration to quiet determination, as they strategize and make their moves. The elegant setting of Grosvenor House, with its grand decor and refined ambiance, adds to the allure and sophistication of the event. Bridge was more than just a simple game; it was a source of entertainment, social engagement, and intellectual stimulation. The 1930s, in particular, saw a surge in the popularity of bridge clubs and tournaments, as people sought new ways to connect and unwind during this era of cultural and social change. The scene captured in this photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of contract bridge and the camaraderie that it fostered among its devoted players. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a bygone era, where the simple joy of a friendly competition brought people together, transcending borders and uniting them in their shared passion for the game of contract bridge.
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