Batsman Collection (#7)

Sir Donald George Bradman, 1908

Sir John Berry Jack Hobbs, 1882

Robert Abel, Aged 27, 1857

Martin Bladen Hawke, 7Th Baron Hawke Of Towton, 1860

John Thomas Brown, 1869 - 1904. English Professional Cricketer. From Picturesque History Of Yorkshire, Published C.1900

West Indies bowler Curtly Ambrose celebrates after taking the wicket of England batsman Graeme Hick during the test match against England in 1991

Sachin Tendulkar, first overseas signing for Yorkshire County Cricket Club, pictured practising in the nets, 16th July 1992

Cricket - Run-It-Out card game - 6 Runs
Run-It-Out card game - 6 Runs. mid-20th century

Cricket The Cut Shot
A batsman is shown performing the cut shot where he swings at the ball as if he was cutting it. Date: circa 19th century

Baseball batter and backstop poised in their playing positions, front view

Cricket player swinging his bat

The England cricket team of 1912
The England team of 1912. This is the side which beat South Africa at Lords by an innings and 62 runs. From Imperial Cricket

Cricket in 1743 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Edward Sackville (1591-1652), 4th Duke of Dorset, playing cricket, 18th century (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, walking out to bat, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, walking out to bat, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time, WG Grace (1848-1915)

Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Born in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Cyril Otto Hudson Sewell (1874-1951) played 173 matches for Gloucestershire and the MCC between 1895 and 1919

Mr P Perrin, Essex cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr P Perrin, Essex cricketer, c1899. Percy Perrin (1876-1945) played for Essex from 1896 until 1928. He scored 66 centuries, the third highest total amongst players who never played Test cricket

Mr A Cs Glover, Warwickshire, c1899. Artist: Hawkins & Co
Mr ACS Glover, Warwickshire cricketer, c1899. Alfred Charles Stirrup Glover (1872-1949) played for Warwickshire from 1895, when they were first admitted to the County Championship, until 1909

Robert Carpenter, Essex cricketer, c1899. Artist: Hawkins & Co
Robert Carpenter, Essex cricketer, c1899. A print from The Book of Cricket, a Gallery of Famous Players, edited by CB Fry, George Newnes Ltd, London, c1899

Mr PF Warner, Middlesex and England cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr PF Warner, Middlesex and England cricketer, c1899. A right-handed batsman, Pelham Plum Warner (1873-1963) played for Oxford University

Cricket, 19th century(?)

Surrey Cricketers, 1852 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Cuthbert James Burnup (1875-1960), amateur cricketer and footballer, early 20th century. Artist: Bowden Bros
Cuthbert James Burnup (1875-1960), amateur cricketer and footballer, early 20th century. An English international in football, Burnup is more renowned as a Kent cricketer

Fenners, the Cambridge University Cricket Ground, 1912. Artist: Sports and General
Fenner s, the Cambridge University Cricket Ground, 1912. From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Plate commemorating WG Graces hundreth century, 1895 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Early Victorian cricketers, 19th century (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

How Our Nurses Keep Fit in War-Time, 1901 (1912). British nurses playing cricket in South Africa during the Boer War. From Imperial Cricket

Miss Wicket and MissTrigger, c1778 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Cricket - Capital Practice for the Round Bowling of the Period, 1859. This cartoon shows cricket practice being enlivened by the use of a cannon to replace the more traditional bowler

Caricature, Lord Salisbury as batsman
Caricature, Lord Salisbury, Conservative Prime Minister, as batsman -- John Bull as umpire calls him " Out", saying Leg Before Wicket! More Obstruction! 1884

Boy playing cricket on a greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a cricket bat, with a batsman running. Date: circa 1890s

Hand-drawn and painted postcard featuring a cricketing Duck
Rather unusual hand-drawn and painted French Birthday Greetings postcard featuring a cricketing Duck, dispatching the ball out of the ground! circa 1920s

Cricket - Run-It-Out card game - Out
Run-It-Out card game - Out. mid-20th century

Cricket - Run-It-Out card game - Caught at the Wicket
Run-It-Out card game - Caught at the Wicket - Hows That? mid-20th century

Caricature of Benjamin Disraeli -- His Last Innings
Caricature of Benjamin Disraeli, Conservative politician, on losing the General Election to the Liberal party -- His Last Innings! Bowled Gladstone! 1880

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mr Duck the Cricketer. circa 1930s

Cricket match in progress. circa 1810

Cricket Robert Abel
The cricketer Robert Abel Date: 1894

Cricket Tom Emmett
Tom Emmett, the yorkshire cricketer. Date: circa 19th century

Cricket Charles Burgess Fry
The Cricketer Charles Burgess Fry Date: 1898

Cricket a batsman dealing with a full pitch
A pokey batsman dealing with a high-dropping full-pitch. Date: 1888

Cricket Crafty Bowling
A bowler attacking the batsman with some crafty bowling. Date: circa 1890

Cricket Leg Before Wicket
A batsman gets hit with the leg before wicket rule, as then the wicket keeper calls an appeal. Date: 1888

Cricket Forward Play Shot
Batsman showing the forward played shot. Date: 1892

Cricket Match, MCC v Australia 1884
As the match goes on between MCC and Australia batsman W.G.Grace gets out and is returned to the back as he watches the rest of the match. Date: 1884

Cricket Match, England v Australia at The Oval 1882
A cricket match fixture between England and Australia at the oval is in progress, the fielder is returning the ball back to the bowler. Date: 1882

Cricket Match, England v Australia 1902
The first test match of the season the batsman makes no runs and returns to the bench. Great start. Date: 1902

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"Batsman: The Masters of the Cricketing Art" From the iconic Sir Donald Bradman to the legendary W. G. Grace, batsmen have etched their names in cricketing history with their exceptional skills and unwavering determination. In 1953, as Compton and Edrich left the Oval pitch, they were hailed for their remarkable partnership that led England to victory against Australia. Their elegant strokes and strategic gameplay showcased why they were considered some of the finest batsmen of their time. But this artistry dates back even further, to a Victorian cricket match in the 19th century where players like Ks Ranjitsinhji and C. B. Fry mesmerized spectators with their impeccable technique and grace under pressure. Denis Compton's prowess was not limited to one occasion; he astounded crowds at Hastings with his ability to dominate any bowling attack that came his way. His fluid strokeplay made him an icon of English cricket. Cricket at Blackheath witnessed many battles between bat and ball, where skilled batsmen displayed both power and precision in equal measure. It was here that true masters emerged from obscurity, leaving a lasting impact on the game. W. G. Grace remains synonymous with greatness in cricketing circles. With his imposing figure at the crease, he revolutionized batting techniques while amassing records that still stand today. His dedication towards perfecting his craft set new standards for future generations. A black-and-white photograph captures William Gilbert Grace's intensity during a match in 1888 - a testament to how seriously these pioneers took their role as custodians of this noble sport. Even amidst uncertain times such as County Cricket Match in 1939, when Gover of Surrey claimed a wicket, it highlighted how crucial each run scored by these talented batsmen could be for their teams' success or failure. Batsmen are more than just players; they embody skillful artistry, mental fortitude, and the ability to adapt to any situation.