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Fine Art Print : Harold Larwood Bowling, 1933
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Harold Larwood Bowling, 1933
Photograph of the English bowler, Harold Larwood, in action during the MCC tour of Australia, 1933. During that tour, D.R. Jardine, the MCC Captain, used the pace of Larwood to employ leg theory (also known as bodyline bowling). Although successful on the cricket field, the tactic was deemed unsportsmanlike by many Australians and soured Anglo-Australian relations
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1933 Action Anglo Australian Australians Bowler Bowling Cricket Deemed Employ Harold Jardine Pace Relations Successful Tactic Larwood
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of cricket history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Harold Larwood Bowling, 1933. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intensity and focus of the legendary English bowler as he delivers a ball during the MCC tour of Australia in 1933. Add this stunning piece to your home or office to evoke the rich heritage of cricket and inspire passion for the game. Our Fine Art Prints are produced using the highest quality materials and printing techniques to ensure a vibrant, long-lasting image that will impress any viewer. Order yours today and bring a piece of cricket history into your space.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Harold Larwood in Action: The Controversial Bodyline Bowler of the 1933 MCC Tour to Australia" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the intense focus and raw power of English cricketer Harold Larwood as he delivers a ball during the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club) tour of Australia in 1933. Known for his lightning-fast pace and ability to generate significant bounce, Larwood was a formidable asset to the MCC team under the captaincy of Douglas Jardine. However, the 1933 tour is most infamous for the controversial tactic employed by Jardine – bodyline bowling, also known as leg theory. In an attempt to counteract the dominance of Australian batsmen, Jardine instructed Larwood and fellow fast bowler Bill Voce to aim their deliveries at the bodies of Australian batsmen, rather than the traditional line and length targeting the wicket. The tactic proved successful on the cricket field, with the MCC winning the series 4-1. However, it was met with widespread criticism and outrage from the Australian public, who considered it unsportsmanlike and dangerous. The bodyline controversy soured Anglo-Australian relations and led to numerous verbal and physical altercations between players and spectators. Despite the controversy, Larwood continued to be a prominent figure in English cricket, playing in the Ashes series of 1934 and 1938. His legacy remains a significant chapter in the history of cricket, with the bodyline controversy serving as a reminder of the passion and intensity that often underpins the sport. This photograph, taken during the height of the controversy, captures Larwood in his element, poised to deliver another potent ball. The image stands as a testament to the intense rivalry between England and Australia, as well as the enduring allure and drama of cricket.
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