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Framed Print : Polo match by electric light at the Ranelagh Gardens (engraving)
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Polo match by electric light at the Ranelagh Gardens (engraving)
585362 Polo match by electric light at the Ranelagh Gardens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Polo match by electric light at the Ranelagh Gardens in Chelsea, London. Published in the Illustrated London News on 5 June 1850.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23496200
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Electric Electric Light Match Polo Ranelagh Gardens Floodlights
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the elegance and allure of 19th century London's Ranelagh Gardens to your home with our exquisite Framed Print of a Polo Match by electric light. This captivating engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, showcases the thrill and sophistication of the polo match as it unfolds under the soft glow of electric lights. Add an air of timeless charm to your living space with this stunning work of art, a beautiful reminder of the past that is sure to inspire conversation and admiration.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a historic moment in sports history - a Polo match by electric light at the Ranelagh Gardens in Chelsea, London. The image, an engraving from the 19th century, showcases the innovative use of floodlights to illuminate the field and create a mesmerizing spectacle. Published in the Illustrated London News on 5 June 1850, this groundbreaking event marked a significant milestone for both technology and sports. As horses gallop across the field under the radiant glow of electric lights, one can't help but marvel at how far we have come since then. The Ranelagh Gardens served as an ideal backdrop for this extraordinary display. Its lush greenery juxtaposed with modern lighting created an enchanting atmosphere that captivated spectators. This print not only immortalizes this unique polo match but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of pushing boundaries. Intriguingly, this image reminds us that even centuries ago, people were drawn to thrilling sporting events just as we are today. It is through such moments that we connect with our past and appreciate how traditions evolve over time. As you gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry from Bridgeman Images' collection, let it transport you back to that summer evening in 1850 when history was made under those brilliant floodlights.
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