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Boxing Collection (page 7)

"Boxing: A Timeless Display of Strength, Skill, and Grit" Step into the ring of history as we explore the captivating world of boxing

Background imageBoxing Collection: 1936 Berlin Olympic Games: final boxing round between Runge (Germany) and Lowel (Argentina)

1936 Berlin Olympic Games: final boxing round between Runge (Germany) and Lowel (Argentina) Germany Berlin, Olympiastadion. Date of Photograph:1936

Background imageBoxing Collection: Two boxers. The man in black shorts is De Mejo

Two boxers. The man in black shorts is De Mejo Trieste. Date of Photograph:1941

Background imageBoxing Collection: 5860106

5860106

Background imageBoxing Collection: 5860105

5860105

Background imageBoxing Collection: 5860104

5860104

Background imageBoxing Collection: Strong AF

Strong AF
Julia Ramiro

Background imageBoxing Collection: Big Jab

Big Jab
m salim bhayangkara

Background imageBoxing Collection: The Gentleman

The Gentleman
Alvaro Perez

Background imageBoxing Collection: tired

tired
Rudolf Wungkana

Background imageBoxing Collection: Henry Pearce, The Game Chicken, boxer

Henry Pearce, The Game Chicken, boxer
Henry (Hen) Pearce (nickname The Game Chicken), boxer

Background imageBoxing Collection: Boxing match, Jack Johnson v Jess Willard, Havana, Cuba

Boxing match, Jack Johnson v Jess Willard, Havana, Cuba
Jack Johnson (1878-1946), nicknamed the Galveston Giant, African-American world heavyweight champion boxer, 1908-1915, in the world heavyweight title match (in Havana)

Background imageBoxing Collection: Petty Officer Matthew Curran, Irish boxer

Petty Officer Matthew Curran, Irish boxer
Petty Officer Matthew Curran (1882-1938), nicknamed Nutty Curran, Irish heavyweight boxer. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBoxing Collection: Charlie Hardcastle, English boxer

Charlie Hardcastle, English boxer
Charlie Hardcastle (1894-1960), English featherweight boxer Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBoxing Collection: Freddie Mills fighting Bruce Woodcock at White Cty in 1949

Freddie Mills fighting Bruce Woodcock at White Cty in 1949
Frederick Percival ( Freddie ) Mills (1919-1965) - English boxer, and the world light heavyweight champion from 1948 to 1950

Background imageBoxing Collection: William Perry, boxer

William Perry, boxer, nicknamed The Tipton Slasher

Background imageBoxing Collection: Tom Hickman, boxer

Tom Hickman, boxer, nicknamed The Gasman

Background imageBoxing Collection: Tom Cannon, boxer

Tom Cannon, boxer, nicknamed The Great Gun of Windsor

Background imageBoxing Collection: Roman boxing scene and three types of Cestus

Roman boxing scene and three types of Cestus

Background imageBoxing Collection: Henry Pearce and John Gully, boxers

Henry Pearce and John Gully, boxers
Henry (Hen) Pearce (nickname The Game Chicken) and John Gully, boxers

Background imageBoxing Collection: Jem Mace and Sam Langford, boxers

Jem Mace and Sam Langford, boxers of different generations

Background imageBoxing Collection: Bruce Woodcock and Tami Mauriello in boxing match

Bruce Woodcock and Tami Mauriello in boxing match
Bruce Woodcock and Tami Mauriello in a boxing match

Background imageBoxing Collection: Tiger Smith (James Addis), British heavyweight boxer

Tiger Smith (James Addis), British heavyweight boxer
Tiger Smith (James Addis) (1875-1931), British heavyweight boxer from Merthyr Tydfil. Addis fought James Gunner Moir for the Heavyweight Championship of England in February 1907

Background imageBoxing Collection: The Boxer, 1933 (oil on canvas)

The Boxer, 1933 (oil on canvas)
1195863 The Boxer, 1933 (oil on canvas) by Somov, Konstantin Andreevic (1869-1939); 54.8x46 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageBoxing Collection: Ticket for boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston, 1965. Creator: Unknown

Ticket for boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston, 1965. Creator: Unknown
The fight, known as " Ali vs. Liston II" (the pair boxed previously in 1964 in Miami Beach, Florida), was Alis first after changing his name from Cassius Clay

Background imageBoxing Collection: Police Gazette Championship Belt and presentation case awarded to Ezzard Charles, 1948

Police Gazette Championship Belt and presentation case awarded to Ezzard Charles, 1948
Ezzard Mack Charles (1921-1975), known as the Cincinnati Cobra, was an African-American professional boxer and World Heavyweight Champion

Background imageBoxing Collection: Welterweight boxer Jack Lord sparring with Jack McAvoy, at his t

Welterweight boxer Jack Lord sparring with Jack McAvoy, at his t
Welterweight boxer Jack Lord sparring with Jack McAvoy 1937

Background imageBoxing Collection: Muhammad Ali in 1984

Muhammad Ali in 1984

Background imageBoxing Collection: Boxer Brian London in training

Boxer Brian London in training 1958

Background imageBoxing Collection: Ancient boxers fresco, National Archaeological Museum, Athens, Greece. From Akrotiri Ruins

Ancient boxers fresco, National Archaeological Museum, Athens, Greece. From Akrotiri Ruins, Santorini Island, Greece 16th Century BC

Background imageBoxing Collection: British Shorthair Brown Spotted cat, Tiger Lily, reaching out

British Shorthair Brown Spotted cat, Tiger Lily, reaching out

Background imageBoxing Collection: A pair of vintage boxing gloves laying on a flag carefully painted with light

A pair of vintage boxing gloves laying on a flag carefully painted with light

Background imageBoxing Collection: Boxing training at Horden Colliery gym, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 1964. Artist

Boxing training at Horden Colliery gym, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 1964. Artist
Boxing training at Horden Colliery gym, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, 1964. Some youths get some training in the noble art at the training gym provided by the National Coal Board at Horden Colliery

Background imageBoxing Collection: Ted Broadribb, British boxer and manager, 1938

Ted Broadribb, British boxer and manager, 1938. Broadribb (1888-1968) fought under the nickname Young Snowball. Among the fighters he managed was British world heavyweight champion Freddie Mills

Background imageBoxing Collection: Paulino Uzcudun, Spanish boxer, 1938

Paulino Uzcudun, Spanish boxer, 1938. Nicknamed the Basque Woodchopper, Uzcudun (1899-1985) is regarded as the best heavyweight boxer to come out of Spain

Background imageBoxing Collection: The first battle between John Gully and Bob Gregson, 1807 (late 19th or early 20th century)

The first battle between John Gully and Bob Gregson, 1807 (late 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Pugnis)
The first battle between John Gully and Bob Gregson, 1807 (late 19th or early 20th century. An illustration from Famous Fights)

Background imageBoxing Collection: The first fight between Tom Spring and Jack Langan, 1824 (late 19th or early 20th century)

The first fight between Tom Spring and Jack Langan, 1824 (late 19th or early 20th century). An illustration from Famous Fights

Background imageBoxing Collection: The fight between Tom Spring and Bill Neat, 1823 (late 19th or early 20th century). Artist: Pugnis

The fight between Tom Spring and Bill Neat, 1823 (late 19th or early 20th century). Artist: Pugnis
The fight between Tom Spring and Bill Neat, 1823 (late 19th or early 20th century). An illustration from Famous Fights. English heavyweight boxer Tom Spring (1795-1851)

Background imageBoxing Collection: The last bare-knuckle fight, Farnborough, Hampshire, 17th April 1860 (1951)

The last bare-knuckle fight, Farnborough, Hampshire, 17th April 1860 (1951). Contest between the English David, Tom Sayers, and the American Goliath, Heenan

Background imageBoxing Collection: Johnny King, British boxer, 1938

Johnny King, British boxer, 1938. Johnny King (1912-1963) fought a remarkable 225 times at flyweight and later, bantamweight, winning 149 times with 49 losses and 14 draws

Background imageBoxing Collection: Jack Doyle, Irish boxer, 1938

Jack Doyle, Irish boxer, 1938. Nicknamed the Gorgeous Gael, Doyle (1913-1978) fought Jack Petersen for the British heavyweight title in 1933, but was disqualified for low punches

Background imageBoxing Collection: Eric Boon, British boxer, 1938

Eric Boon, British boxer, 1938. Born in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, Boon (1919-1981) was known as Boy Boon or the Fen Tiger

Background imageBoxing Collection: Illustration from 'A Long-Vacation Vigil' by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown

Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Creator: Unknown
Illustration from "A Long-Vacation Vigil" by Cuthbert Bede, B.A. 1854. Young man smoking a very long pipe. I had been anxiously looking forward to the Long Vacation

Background imageBoxing Collection: The Boxers Statue at the Psivuori Park, Helsinki, Uusimaa County, Finland

The Boxers Statue at the Psivuori Park, Helsinki, Uusimaa County, Finland

Background imageBoxing Collection: Cuba, Havana, Havana Vieja, sign for the Kid Chocolate gym, named after champion Cuban

Cuba, Havana, Havana Vieja, sign for the Kid Chocolate gym, named after champion Cuban boxer

Background imageBoxing Collection: Filippo

Filippo
Peppe Tambè

Background imageBoxing Collection: Practice makes perfect!

Practice makes perfect!
Ali Khataw

Background imageBoxing Collection: Punch on the Face

Punch on the Face
Molly Fu

Background imageBoxing Collection: WBO Dina Thorslund

WBO Dina Thorslund
Lasse Quintus




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"Boxing: A Timeless Display of Strength, Skill, and Grit" Step into the ring of history as we explore the captivating world of boxing. From iconic figures like Sonny Liston to thrilling matches that defined eras, this sport has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. Gazing at a vintage poster for England's Glory Matches, one can almost hear the roar of the crowd and feel the electric atmosphere. The legendary Sugar Ray Robinson, his fists clenched with determination during a seventh-round fight, embodies the essence - unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. But boxing is not just about famous names; it is also about celebrating local heroes. English prizefighters have long captivated audiences with their raw talent and unyielding spirit. Just like brown hares gracefully sparring in an Oxon field, these pugilists showcase their agility and finesse within the squared circle. Looking back through time reveals how deeply rooted boxing is in our culture. Jack Dempsey's powerful presence on a vintage poster transports us to an era where passion overflowed from every punch thrown. Even women were not exempt from stepping into this male-dominated arena; a photograph capturing female boxers in 1933 showcases their courage and determination to break barriers. Delving further into history brings us face-to-face with trailblazers such as Daniel Mendoza and Jem Mace - pioneers who paved the way for future generations by showcasing their skills inside those four ropes. It seems that even society couldn't resist being drawn towards this exhilarating sport. As depicted on a Bystander cover from 1929, we witness a woman tirelessly training her body to withstand any challenge that comes her way – defying societal norms while embracing her passion for boxing.