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Fine Art Print : FA Cup semi-final at Highbury in 1929. EPW025838
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FA Cup semi-final at Highbury in 1929. EPW025838
HIGHBURY STADIUM, London. Aerial view of the 1929 FA Cup Semi-Final at the home of Arsenal Football Club. Portsmouth beat Aston Villa 1-0 to reach the final at Wembley where they went on to lose 2-0 to Bolton Wanderers. This was the first of twelve occasions when Highbury was used as the neutral venue for FA Cup semi-finals. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite FA Cup Semi-Final Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, EPW025838, takes you to Highbury Stadium in 1929, where history was made. Witness the thrilling atmosphere as Portsmouth and Aston Villa face off in the FA Cup Semi-Final. With Aerofilms' unique aerial perspective from Historic England, you'll feel like you're part of the action as Portsmouth secured their spot in the final with a 1-0 victory. Relive the magic of football's oldest competition with this stunning, vintage print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.9cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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In this aerial photograph, Highbury Stadium in London comes alive with the excitement of the 1929 FA Cup Semi-Final. The home of Arsenal Football Club plays host to an historic match, as Portsmouth and Aston Villa battle it out for a place in the FA Cup Final at Wembley. The image offers a unique bird's-eye view of the bustling scene below. Thousands of spectators, clad in their team colours, fill the terraces, creating a vibrant mosaic of colour and energy. The meticulously manicured pitch stands out in lush green, surrounded by the towering grandstands and terraces. Portsmouth emerged victorious on this day, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa. Their triumphant journey to the FA Cup Final was just beginning, as they went on to face Bolton Wanderers at the hallowed grounds of Wembley Stadium. This photograph marks the first of twelve occasions when Highbury was used as a neutral venue for FA Cup semi-finals. The iconic stadium, which has since been demolished, played a significant role in the rich history of English football, hosting numerous memorable matches and moments. The aerial perspective not only showcases the grandeur of Highbury Stadium but also transports us back in time, allowing us to relive the thrill and passion of a bygone era in football history.
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