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The Opening of the Cricket Season (litho)
1629671 The Opening of the Cricket Season (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of the Cricket Season, Surrey v Worcestershire at the Oval; and the Australians practising at Lord s. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 May 1902.
Ralph Cleaver); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22845484
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Abel Armstrong Australians Batting Carter Cricket Cricketers Darling Duff Fielding Gregory Hayward Hopkins Howell Jones Kelly Lord Opening Practising Richardson Saunders Surrey Worcestershire Noble Pegging Trumper
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The Opening of the Cricket Season
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lithograph by Ralph Cleaver captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding a cricket match between Surrey and Worcestershire at the Oval. The print, dating back to 1902, showcases not only the game itself but also the lively atmosphere that surrounds it. In this vibrant scene, cricketers from both teams can be seen in action on the field, displaying their skills in batting, fielding, and pegging. The Australians are also depicted practicing at Lord's Cricket Ground nearby. The image is filled with notable players such as Gregory, Clem Hill, Armstrong, Duff Carter, Richardson Trumper, Jones Howell Hopkins Abel Corden Hayward Kelly Saunders - all engaged in an intense battle for victory. The artist skillfully captures every detail of this historic event; from the focused expressions on each player's face to the elegant movements of their bodies as they engage in this beloved sport. It is evident that cricket holds a special place in British society as spectators fill up every corner of the stadium to witness this grand occasion. This lithograph serves as a testament to both Cleaver's artistic talent and his passion for cricket. It allows us to step back in time and experience firsthand what it was like to attend such an important sporting event over a century ago. As we admire this remarkable piece of artistry from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection today, we can't help but feel connected to those who celebrated "The Opening of the Cricket Season" all those years ago
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