Framed Print : The London Swimming Club Contest at the Crystal Palace: 1. Swimming Heats. 2. Tub Race
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The London Swimming Club Contest at the Crystal Palace: 1. Swimming Heats. 2. Tub Race
The London Swimming Club Contest at the Crystal Palace: 1. Swimming Heats. 2. Tub Race. 3. Pole Walking. 4. Best Means of Saving Life. 5. Swimming in Clothes. 6. Tea Drinking, London, Uk, 1890 Engraving
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12863983
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1890 Engraving Best Clothes Club Contest Crystal Palace Drinking Means Saving Swimming Heats
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic painting "The London Swimming Club Contest at the Crystal Palace: 1. Swimming Heats. 2. Tub Race," by 000143 from the Liszt Collection, this print captures the excitement of a historic swimming competition. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this framed print is a must-have for any home or office, adding a touch of history and elegance to your decor. Perfect for swimming enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of art, this framed print is sure to make a statement. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century engraving, titled "The London Swimming Club Contest at the Crystal Palace" takes us back in time to witness a variety of thrilling aquatic activities. The print showcases six distinct scenes that highlight the diverse range of events held during this historic swimming competition. In the first scene, we are transported to the intense swimming heats, where skilled athletes showcase their prowess in the water. The second scene captures an exhilarating tub race, with participants navigating their vessels through choppy waters. Next, we witness pole walking, a unique and challenging discipline that requires balance and agility. Moving on to matters of safety and rescue techniques, the fourth scene depicts individuals demonstrating the best means of saving lives in water emergencies. This serves as a reminder of how crucial it is to be prepared for unforeseen circumstances while enjoying aquatic activities. The fifth scene brings forth an interesting twist as swimmers are shown elegantly gliding through water fully clothed—a testament to both skill and style. Finally, we observe participants taking a break from their rigorous endeavors by indulging in tea drinking—an iconic British tradition—showcasing not only physical feats but also social camaraderie. This vintage engraving offers us a glimpse into Victorian-era sports culture and illustrative techniques prevalent during that period. It serves as a valuable historical artifact capturing moments from one of London's most prestigious swimming contests held at the renowned Crystal Palace venue in 1890.
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