Ball Game Collection (#6)

Playing Tennis In The Sixteenth Century. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R
Playing Tennis In The Sixteenth Century. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green Published London 1893

Enigmes Joyeuses pour les Bons Esprits, Plate 6, ca. 1615. Creators: Jan van Haelbeeck, Jean le Clerc
Enigmes Joyeuses pour les Bons Esprits, Plate 6, ca. 1615

Girls playing netball, Chelsea Secondary School (Hortensia Road School), London, 1911. A girl is poised ready to shoot a goal

West Chiltington Cricket - August 1940
Group of team members, including one girl with bat, plus umpires and others pose for the camera Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N19753

NATI2A-00170
Choctaw or Creek ball-player with Native American lacrosse sticks. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A Distinguished Ball Player, 1841. Artist: Myers and Co
A Distinguished Ball Player, 1841. A Choctaw lacrosse player. A print from Letters and Notes on the Manners, Customs and Condition of the North American Indians, by Wiley and Putnam, 161 Broadway

Persian Miniature Manuscript Illustration of Polo, 16th century

Greek terracotta statuette of an ephedrismos group, 3rd century BC
The two girls in this statuette are playing piggy-back as part of a ball-game. The statuette is probably either from Corinth or Tarenta, 3rd century BC

Aztec stone carving of Jaguar killing a Vulture, Hacha, Veracruz state: Mexico, 400-700
Aztec stone carving of Jaguar killing a Vulture, Hacha; Veracruz state, Mexico, 400-700. Associated with the Ritual Ball-Game of Central America

ball game, game, conibos, peru, south America, 1869, vintage, old print, 19th century
Ball Game with the Conibos, Peru, 1869

Flemish Kermesse (oil on panel)
XIR242464 Flemish Kermesse (oil on panel) by Mostaert, Gillis (1534-98); Musee Municipal, Soissons, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Choctaw Ball-Play Dance, 1834-35 (coloured engraving)
XIR241529 Choctaw Ball-Play Dance, 1834-35 (coloured engraving) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; American, out of copyright

Indians Training for War, from Brevis Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry
XIR182528 Indians Training for War, from Brevis Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1591 (coloured engraving) by Le Moyne

Winter Landscape with winter activities, Johan Barra, 1600 - 1634

Flemish Kermesse (oil on panel) (detail of 242464)
XIR1203433 Flemish Kermesse (oil on panel) (detail of 242464) by Mostaert, Gillis (1534-98); Musee Municipal, Soissons, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Bocchia balls

Beach volleyball player, 44 years, Schorndorf, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

AZTECS: RECREATION, c1540. An entertainer sings and beats a drum with a head of ocelot skin (top). Below him is a youth playing ball. Page from the Codex Mendoza, Aztec, c1540

NATIVE AMERICANS: BALL GAME, 1840s. Ball play of the Choctaw. Oil on canvas by George Catlin, c1846-50

CATLIN: BALL PLAYERS. Choctaw, Sioux and Ojibwa men wearing costumes and paint and carrying nets for a ball game. From Album Unique, George Catlin, 1861

Yankee Stadium baseball park in New York preparing for the Popes visit in October 1965 - aerial view © TopFoto

Wimbledon No 2 Court at the new Wimbledon at Church Road in 1923.s M Jacobs (India) vs V Richards (US) The Encyclopedia of Tennis page 349

Postcard of the Polo Grounds in New York City. ca. 1913, The Polo Grounds in New York City, home of the New York Giants

DOG - Chihuahua playing in garden
JD-22964 DOG - Chihuahua playing in garden John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Moccasin game kit, with wooden hoop, stick, ball, and stack of twigs. Chiricahua Apache, from Oklahoma
APACHE GAME PIECES. Moccasin game kit, with wooden hoop, stick, ball, and stack of twigs. Chiricahua Apache, from Oklahoma

No Ball Games Sign, Vastervik, Sweden

AZTEC BALL GAME. Manuscript illumination of an Aztec ball game court and ball players, from Codex Magliabecchiano

MEXICO: AZTEC TEMPLE, 1765. The great Aztec Temple at Tenochtitlan. Line engraving, Mexican, 1765

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"Ball Game: A Spectacle of Athleticism and Tradition" Step into the world of ball games, where passion meets skill and history intertwines with modernity. From Reggie's Last Yankee Homer to the captivating illustrations of netball players showcasing their agility, this is a realm that transcends time. Imagine a beach volleyball match, with waves crashing in the background as athletes dive and spike with unparalleled finesse. The energy is contagious, drawing you into the exhilarating atmosphere. Travel back in time to Boston Common, where an iconic Great Elm tree once stood proudly before being ravaged by a storm. This symbolizes the ever-changing nature of ball games - constantly evolving yet rooted in tradition. Copan, Honduras presents us with an ancient court for a ritual ball game. The illustrations transport us to another era, reminding us that these games have been played since time immemorial - connecting cultures across generations. Framing our perspective further are glimpses of Ilusión - capturing moments frozen in time like an old-fashioned male tennis player or an abandoned ballet digital painting. These images evoke nostalgia while highlighting the enduring allure of ball games. In this diverse landscape lies Chat Tennis – where enthusiasts come together to discuss strategies and share their love for this timeless sport. It's a testament to how these games foster communities and create lasting bonds among players and fans alike. And let's not forget Rosi Feist Lawn Tennis Club – a haven for those seeking camaraderie on lush green courts. Here, friendships flourish as matches unfold under clear blue skies; it embodies the essence of sportsmanship at its finest. Ball game: more than just physical prowess; it encompasses artistry, resilience, teamwork, and sheer determination. Whether it be hitting Reggie's Last Yankee Homer or keeping one foot on the same spot during netball play – each moment holds significance within this vibrant world we call "ball game.