Framed Print : The vogue of squash rackets: a game for both sexes
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The vogue of squash rackets: a game for both sexes
A page from the Illustrated London News in 1922, describing the new vogue for squash. Miss Joyce Cave(lady squash champion of 1921) and Miss S. Huntsman(champion of 1922) are photographed with their rackets, and an illustration by Steven Spurrier, ILN special artist, features Mr. R. Gordon Canning playing Miss Hunstman at Queens Club in the ladies versus men squash rackets handicap. Date: 1922
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Media ID 14132021
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Canning Cave Champion Equality Gordon Handicap Huntsman Journalism Joyce News Spectators Spurrier Squash Steven Versus 1921 1922 Miss Rights
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Introducing the captivating "The Vogue of Squash Rackets: A Game for Both Sexes" framed print from Media Storehouse. This elegant and timeless piece, sourced from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, hails from the Illustrated London News in 1922. Witness the excitement and glamour of the burgeoning trend for squash, a sport that captured the imagination of the nation and transcended gender boundaries. In this captivating image, Miss Joyce Cave, the lady squash champion of 1921, and an unidentified female companion gracefully pose with their squash rackets. Add a touch of vintage charm and athletic sophistication to your home or office with this exquisite framed print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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The Vogue of Squash Rackets - A Game for Both Sexes
EDITORS COMMENTS
- This intriguing image from the Illustrated London News in 1922 showcases the emerging popularity of squash as a sport for women, with an accompanying article that celebrated the growing trend. The photograph features two prominent ladies of the game, Miss Joyce Cave, the lady squash champion of 1921, and Miss S. Huntsman, the reigning champion of 1922, each holding their rackets in a confident and determined pose. The illustration by Steven Spurrier, the ILN's special artist, adds to the excitement with a dynamic scene of Mr. R. Gordon Canning playing Miss Huntsman at Queens Club in the ladies versus men squash rackets handicap. The image is a testament to the growing recognition of women's athletic abilities and their right to participate in sports previously reserved for men. The 1920s was a decade of change, and this photograph captures the spirit of equality and progress that characterized the era. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of squash and the role women played in shaping its evolution into a popular and inclusive sport.
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