Competitor Collection (#5)

The London Cart Horse Parade on Whit-Monday, a Competitor entering the Show Ground (engraving)
1062532 The London Cart Horse Parade on Whit-Monday, a Competitor entering the Show Ground (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fencing at Dickels Academy, (brush and black ink and pencil on board)
823188 Fencing at Dickels Academy, (brush and black ink and pencil on board) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 27.6x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Fencing at Dickels Academy)

A Difficult Play, (oil on canvas)
823177 A Difficult Play, (oil on canvas) by Moeller, Louis Charles (1855-1930); 46x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Difficult Play. Louis Charles Moeller (1855-1930). Oil on canvas

The Fight, 1864 (oil on canvas)
989217 The Fight, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 83.9x105.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fight; La Guerre. William Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905)

Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c. 1893 (b / w photo)
938530 Eugen Sandow, in classical ancient Greco-Roman pose, c.1893 (b/w photo) by Sarony, Napoleon (1821-96); Private Collection; (add.info)

Our Artists Notes at a Dog Show (engraving)
1050191 Our Artists Notes at a Dog Show (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Artists Notes at a Dog Show)

Gentlemens Room and Library, c. 1901 (colour litho)
991167 Gentlemens Room and Library, c.1901 (colour litho) by Bauer, Leopold (1872-1938) (after); 40.5x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gentlemens Room and Library)

Design for a Music Room, c. 1901 (colour lithograph)
991159 Design for a Music Room, c.1901 (colour lithograph) by Mackintosh, Charles Rennie (1868-1928) (after); 40.5x53.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Grand National Steeplechase: Valentines Jump, (oil on canvas)
827246 The Grand National Steeplechase: Valentines Jump, (oil on canvas) by Wells, John Sanderson (1872-c.1940); 30.9x50.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Grand National Steeplechase)

Tric-Trac Players in an Inn, c. 1623-5 (oil on canvas)
827771 Tric-Trac Players in an Inn, c.1623-5 (oil on canvas) by Lievens, Jan the Elder (1607-74); 100x105.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tric-Trac Players in an Inn)

One of the most picturesque races at the Paris Olympics (colour litho)
2809313 One of the most picturesque races at the Paris Olympics (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The University Ski Championship in South Tyrol (Colour Litho)
2808873 The University Ski Championship in South Tyrol (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The university ski championship in South Tyrol)

The departure from Milan during the Antelucan hours of the 13 runs of the riders registered for the cycling tour of
2815229 The departure from Milan during the Antelucan hours of the 13 runs of the riders registered for the cycling tour of Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame

The sport... of the tumblers (Colour Litho)
2777875 The sport... of the tumblers (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sport... of tumbles)

A new American sport in England, the ball jumping (colour litho)
2777775 A new American sport in England, the ball jumping (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new American sport in England, the ball jumping)

The curious competitions (colour litho)
2777672 The curious competitions (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The curious competitions)

In the magnificent mirror of Lake Como that faces the town of Moltrasio took place with... (colour litho)
2777663 In the magnificent mirror of Lake Como that faces the town of Moltrasio took place with... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia (colour litho)
2783598 Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia)

The Grand Racer Kingston by Spendthrift by Currier & Ives, 1891 (colour litho)
2630223 The Grand Racer Kingston by Spendthrift by Currier & Ives, 1891 (colour litho) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

Eugen Sandow, c. 1894 (b / w photo)
DGC437486 Eugen Sandow, c.1894 (b/w photo) by Steckel, George (1864-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eugen Sandow (1867-1925)

L to R: Aileen Riggin, Gertrude Ederle, Helen Wainwright
DGC446556 L to R: Aileen Riggin, Gertrude Ederle, Helen Wainwright, Three American Olympic Swimming Champions, 1924 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Greek runners, illustration for Olympia by Adolf Boetticher, 1886 (digitally enhanced image)
LLM463892 Greek runners, illustration for Olympia by Adolf Boetticher, 1886 (digitally enhanced image) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Poster of Racers on a Bicycle Course, 1896 (chromocolour litho)
2630182 Poster of Racers on a Bicycle Course, 1896 (chromocolour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Scottish reliability trials in June 1909 (b / w photo)
6009220 The Scottish reliability trials in June 1909 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scottish reliability trials in June 1909)

The Card Players, 1865 (oil on panel)
1197558 The Card Players, 1865 (oil on panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 22.2x18.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Wrestlers, 1914; 1965 (herculite resin)
1197239 Wrestlers, 1914; 1965 (herculite resin) by Gaudier-Brzeska, Henri (1891-1915); 72.4x92.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

The Boxing Match, (pen and ink and watercolour)
824123 The Boxing Match, (pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 18.2x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boxing Match. Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)

The Battle, 1900 (oil on canvas)
823550 The Battle, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Wentorf, Carl Christian Ferdinand (1863-1914); 79x101 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle. Carl Wentorf (1863-1914). Oil on canvas

Combat de Tigres et de Lions, (oil on canvas)
823509 Combat de Tigres et de Lions, (oil on canvas) by Verboeckhoven, Eugene Joseph (1798-1881); 151x176.5. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Combat de Tigres et de Lions)

The Players Choice, (oil on canvas)
827333 The Players Choice, (oil on canvas) by Bellei, Gaetano (1857-1922); 50.9x81.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Players Choice. Gaetano Bellei (1857-1922). Oil on canvas

A Game of Cards (oil on panel)
827268 A Game of Cards (oil on panel) by Spring, Alfons (1843-1908); 90x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Game of Cards. Alfons Spring (1843-1908). Oil on panel

A Polo Match, 1922 (oil on canvas)
827132 A Polo Match, 1922 (oil on canvas) by Koch, Ludwig (1866-1934); 92x71.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Polo Match. Ludwig Koch (1866-1934). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1922

Toasting the Winner, 1870 (oil on panel)
827239 Toasting the Winner, 1870 (oil on panel) by Serrure, Auguste (1825-1903); 59x86.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Toasting the Winner. Auguste Serrure (1825-1903). Oil on panel

The Horse-Race, or "Palio, "at Sienna, the Benediction of a Competitor in Church (engraving)
1062843 The Horse-Race, or " Palio, " at Sienna, the Benediction of a Competitor in Church (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Horse-Race)

The Chess Players, 1891 (oil on canvas)
985326 The Chess Players, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Waugh, Frederick Judd (1861-1940); 50.8x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chess Players. Frederick Judd Waugh (1861-1940). Oil on canvas

Eider Duck, Male and Female, 1835 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving)
985900 Eider Duck, Male and Female, 1835 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851) (after); 98.5x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Eider Duck)

The Six-Footed Serpent Attacking Agnolo Brunelleschi, c
986334 The Six-Footed Serpent Attacking Agnolo Brunelleschi, c.1824-1827 (engraving, india and wove paper) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 27.6x35.3 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Bagshot Cyclist carries his bike during the Competition on Bagshot Heath Surrey. 17th January 1960

Bagshot Cyclist scramble on Bagshot Heath Surrey. 17th January 1960

Robin Knox Johnston cheered by a large crowds as he arrives at Londons Tower pier from Falmouth, a few days after his Golden Globe Round the world race victory. May 1969

Racer Jumping Over a Hurdle

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"Unleashing the Spirit of Competition: From Harold Abrahams to Jesse Owens, athletes have pushed boundaries and shattered records throughout history. The 1924 Olympics witnessed an extraordinary feat as Harold Abrahams sprinted his way to victory in the 100m race, etching his name in sporting history. Meanwhile, on the British Isles, J Guthrie showcased unparalleled skill at the T. T. Races in Isle Of Man astride a powerful Norton motorcycle. Traveling back even further in time, Minoan art from Greece's 16th century B. C. Reveals a captivating fresco depicting young boxing prodigies honing their craft. This ancient display of athleticism serves as a testament to mankind's enduring fascination with physical prowess. Speaking of strength and grace, Eugen Sandow captivated audiences with his classical Greco-Roman poses captured beautifully in black and white photographs dating back to 1894. His chiseled physique became an inspiration for generations to come. Not limited solely to individual sports, competition also thrives within team settings such as Shakespeare's "As You Like It, " where wrestlers engage in fierce battles on canvas through oil paintings that capture every intense moment. Beyond athletics lies another realm of rivalry – automobile racing. From exhilarating departures at rallies like Guy Sabran's depiction of a roaring start during the Milan Automobile Week or competitors vying for victory at the Italian Grand Prix Vetturette; these events ignite passion among both drivers and spectators alike. Even chess possesses its own brand of competitive fervor as Oxford and Cambridge engage in intellectual warfare during their annual match-up spanning centuries. From land to sea, competitions take various forms - including surfing championships off Cornwall's Newquay coast where skilled wave riders showcase their mastery over nature’s forces while seeking glory atop crashing waves. " In every corner of human endeavor lies a competitor eager for triumph – whether it be on tracks or fields, inside arenas or on the open road.