An original artwork by James Thorpe (1876-1949) of the celebrated cricketer Gilbert Jessop, signed, pen & ink & wash, the image extoling Jessop's prow
Hammer:
£200
Estimate:
£250 - £350
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An original artwork by James Thorpe (1876-1949) of the celebrated cricketer Gilbert Jessop, signed, pen & ink & wash, the image extoling Jessop's prowess as a field, the main work sees Jessop crouching to gather the ball, the smaller frieze below depicts him throwing a direct run-out, 35 by 24cm., mounted under glass in a modern frame, 55 by 39cm., good condition