Framed Print : The base-ball Laocoon
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The base-ball Laocoon
The base-ball Laocoon. Illustration shows three baseball players entwined by snakes formed of baseballs labeled Base Ball Trust; each carries a Contract, one for $8000, one for $10000, and one for $12000 and also stuffed in his belt papers labeled Bonds, Stocks, and Deed Orange Farm. Date 1913 May 14. The base-ball Laocoon. Illustration shows three baseball players entwined by snakes formed of baseballs labeled Base Ball Trust; each carries a Contract, one for $8000, one for $10000, and one for $12000 and also stuffed in his belt papers labeled Bonds, Stocks, and Deed Orange Farm. Date 1913 May 14
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21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Discover the unique fusion of sports history and mythology with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating "Base-ball Laocoon" image. This exquisite artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases three baseball players entwined by snakes, each holding a contract labeled with baseball prices. A breathtaking blend of art and sports nostalgia, this framed print adds an intriguing conversation piece to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring the intrigue of ancient mythology and the excitement of America's pastime into your space.
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 illustration, titled "The Base-ball Laocoon," dates back to May 14, 1913, and was published in a magazine. The image is a clever reinterpretation of the classic Laocoon sculpture, replacing the mythological figures with baseball players. Instead of serpents, they are entwined by coils of baseballs, each labeled as part of the "Base Ball Trust." The players are shown clutching contracts for significant sums of money - $8000, $10000, and $12000 - and their belt pouches are filled with bonds, stocks, and a deed to an orange farm. The baseball players' expressions of anguish and struggle reflect the intense competition and financial pressures that were prevalent in the sport during this era. The use of the term "Base Ball Trust" may allude to the growing influence of organized baseball and the business side of the game. This humorous and insightful cartoon offers a glimpse into the early 20th century baseball landscape, where the love of the game was intertwined with the lure of financial success. The illustration serves as a reminder of the rich history and complexities of America's pastime.
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