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The Game of Cricket



Date:
1787-08-01 - 1787
Object Number:
M.2015.527
Creator
A Neil (engraver)
Production notes
Noble also listed on card index needs verifying on print
Material
paper, card
Size
w x ht: 27 x 20.5
Object name
print
Object category
pictures

Description

Engraving. Black and white print of a game of cricket in the late 18th century. many men are standing playing cricket in a field. In the background is a large house, to the left rolling hills, to the right a tent is seen. There are women spectating in very grand attire with large hats on. There is an empty bench in the foreground slightly right of centre. Description and printing details below. Card frame.
Related objects:
MCC/AAL/2/TEMP268 : Exhibitions