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C1884
The Beach and Hanlan Match.-The Finish.
Very rare, large engraving of the finish of the sculling contest between Bill Beach of Australia and Edward Hanlan of Canada on 16th August, 1884 on the Parramatta River. Beach won the race by one and half lengths. The crowd … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
The Beach and Hanlan Match.-The Finish.
Date:
C1884
Artist:
Unknown
Condition:
In good condition, with centre fold as issued.
Technique:
Engraving.
Image Size:
500mm
x 300mm
Paper Size:
547mm
x 400mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1884
Description:
Very rare, large engraving of the finish of the sculling contest between Bill Beach of Australia and Edward Hanlan of Canada on 16th August, 1884 on the Parramatta River. Beach won the race by one and half lengths. The crowd was estimated at 100,000, with 30,000 at the finishing line alone. A £1,000 side bet was also arranged between the scullers.
From the original edition of the Illustrated Sydney News.
Collections:
State Library New South Wales: F8/39-40
State Library Victoria: PCINF SLVIC=1853-1872
National Library Australia: Bib ID 440095
