19th Century Baseball - Poster in frame

What do we see in this work of art?

Printed on a framed poster, this “19th Century Baseball” artwork depicts an exciting sports scene in which two teams compete against each other. The artwork was created by Henry Sandham in the late 1800s and is now housed in the Boston Public Library. We see a baseball field, some players and a referee practicing their sport during a pleasant summer day. In the background you can see a hilly landscape and spectators who have gathered on a hill to watch the spectacle. The field is fenced and American flags fly, embodying the free spirit and pride of the USA. The picture is mostly in green and brown tones. The players in their white, red and black uniforms stand out well. Baseball may not be widespread in our part of the world, but it is undoubtedly one of the main sports in the United States. This work showcases the artist's connection to this sport, but also to the American spirit that strives for freedom and greatness.

Where can this mural hang?

Printed on a framed poster, this 19th Century Baseball wall art carries a sporty energy, even if it looks rather cozy to modern eyes. We recommend this work to all sports fans who want to take home a piece of the history of America's most popular sport. This poster fits perfectly in a hobby room or in a kitchen.

Image resolution quality

Original image size: 4852 x 3704 px, 300 dpi, 24 bit

Those

This work of art is made by the Boston Public Library made available.

• original title: Baseball
• Artist: Sandham, Henry (1842-1910)
• Publisher: L. Prang & Co.
• Datum: that. 1861–1897
• Format: Prints
• Genre: Chromolithographs Proofs
• Location: Boston Public Library / Arts Department / Flat file - Sports, Religious (shelf locator)
• Collection (local): Louis Prang & Company Collection

We regularly donate to the library using the links below. 

• https://www.associatesbpl.org/donate/ or 
• http://www.supportbpl.org/ways-to-give.html