PUBLISHER: Vanity Fair, London.
MEDIUM: Chromolithograph,
DATE: July 28, 1888.
EDITION SIZE: 14 7/8 inch x 10 inch" ( 378 x 254 mm)
DESCRIPTION: The portrait of Mr. Walter William Read, drawn by the talented artist Liborio Prosperi, known as "Lib," and printed by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, Ltd., stands as a testament to the prowess of this distinguished English cricketer. Born on November 23, 1855, Read's cricketing career was marked by remarkable achievements and sterling performances. Renowned for his fluent right-hand batting and occasional lob bowling, he captained England to victory in two Test matches, earning accolades as a Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1893. Read's legacy intertwines with cricket history, notably participating in the original Ashes series of 1882–3, immortalized in verse on the famed urn. His tenure with Surrey from 1873 to 1897 yielded numerous milestones, including a monumental score of 338 against Oxford University in 1888, then the second highest first-class score ever recorded. A key member of championship-winning sides, Read's cricketing feats extended to the international stage, notably becoming the first number 10 to score a Test century with a match-saving innings of 117 against Australia at The Oval in 1884. His partnership of 151 with William Scotton remains England's highest for the ninth wicket against Australia, underscoring his remarkable talent and resilience on the pitch. Despite his batting prowess, Read's frustration at his batting position reveals a competitive spirit and a desire to maximize his contribution to the game. Walter William Read's enduring legacy cements his place among cricketing legends of his era.
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CONDITION: Good condition and color.
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