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First Test, Graham Thorpe - Sweep Shot



Date:
2002
Object Number:
M.2022.37
Creator
Nancy Jane Bixby (artist)
Production reason
MCC Young Artist 2002, New Zealand
Material
oil on board
Size
Framed Image Ht x W: 45 x 83 cm Image only Ht x W: 36.5 x 74 cm
Object name
painting
Object category
pictures

Description

Cricket match in progress with a tight view of the wicket. Figures portrayed include two batsmen, a umpire, bowler, wicketkeeper, slip and mid-on. The batsman has hit the ball to the right. Note on reverse: First Test, Graham Thorpe - Sweep Shot. Christchurch, March 2002
Association:
Graham Paul Thorpe
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TN.2009.2945 : Second Test: Walking out to play in the afternoon sunlight, Wellington
SCR49 : Nancy Bixby Sketchbook: England tour of New Zealand, March 2002