11 (Eleven) Tiverton England 1920’s Cricket Teams Large Cabinet Photos by Walter Mudford and Sons

Walter Mudford (1851-1936) was one of six children belonging to William and Mary Mudford, who lived at 50 Fore Street, Tiverton. William is described in the 1861 census as a basket-maker and dealer in china, glass and fishing tackle; his eldest son William was also selling fishing tackle in 1861, but ten years later Walter – now aged 19 – gave his occupation as basket maker.

Walter Henry Mudford first appears as a photographer in the 1878 Harrod’s Directory for Devon. The 1881 census reveals that, although still living with his parents, he employed two other men in his photographic business.  Thirty years later it had become very much a family business. Working at the photographic studio at 10 Fore Street in 1911 were Walter, now 59, assisted by his wife Emily, 23-year old daughter Kathleen and 19-year old niece Gladys.

Measurements of the 3 smaller photos:

Overall 15″ x 12″ – Photo 10″ x 8″

Measurements of the 8 larger photos:

Overall 17″ x 12″ – Photo 11-1/2″ x 7-1/2″