Croquet Collection (page 6)

THOMAS: THE SWING, 1864. Wood engraving, English, 1864, after a painting by William Luson Thomas (1830-1900)

PHILADELPHIA: NORWOOD. Norwood, the home of Mrs. Charles Taylor at Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, c1876

INDIA: BRITISH SCHOOL. The Lawrence Military Asylum, established at Kussowlie in the Himalayas for the children of British soldiers serving in India. Wood engraving, English, 1867

CROQUET MALLET, c1900. Line engraving, c1900

CROQUET, c1900. Croquet hoops. Line engraving, c1900

CROQUET, 19th CENTURY. Line engraving, 19th century

CROQUET, c1900. Croquet ball rack. Line engraving, c1900

JOHN E. WILLIAMS RESIDENCE. The residence of John E. Williams, Irvington-on-Hudson, New York. Wood engraving, c1876

PALL MALL, 1717. A gentleman playing jeu de mail, also known as pele mele or pall mall: engraved frontispiece to Nouvelles Regles pour le Jeu de Mail [New Rules for the Jeu de Mail} published at

CROQUET, 1866. Wood engraving, American, 1866

PLEASURE OF CROQUET, 1873. Croquet as the perfect game for both young and old. American engraving, 1873

ONEIDA COMMUNITY, 1875. The Oneida Community, Oneida, New York. Wood engraving, 1875

KIRKSTALL ABBEY, Yorkshire

Croquet Winner 1913
A woman wins the game by hitting the ball against the peg. Date: 1913

Malby family at leisure in their garden
The Malby family (two children, and a woman in a deckchair) at leisure in their garden at Woodford, Essex

Musical Croquet / W H Robinson
Charming additions to the game of Croquet - bells on the hoops and musical horns on the mallets. Please note: Credit must appear as (c)

Japanese depiction of an English Christmas
English Christmas scenes depicted by a Japanese artist, including a pantomime; making a Christmas pudding; Christmas dinner; playing croquet

The New Curate
The new curate - is appraised by the ladies of the parish : oh, bother his principles, how will he perform on the croquet lawn ?

Sport / Croquet
Children playing croquet

Croquet Match 1862
A croquet match during the crinoline period

Girl Playing (Scrap)
A young croquet player

Croquet on the Beach
Croquet on a sandy beach Date: circa 1920

Detached Suburban Home
A typical middle-class home, detached, with its neatly tended garden including a croquet lawn

Pall Mall Game C18
Gentleman enjoy a game of pall mall, a French hybrid of golf and croquet played on a large strip of land; the idea is to hit a ball through a raised hoop

Elegant Player 1913
A well-dressed croquet player, wearing a model from James et cie : her opponent not only envies her rivals costume but is appalled at what she is about to do to her ball

Complete Croquet Player
THE COMPLETE CROQUET PLAYER manual by James Dunbar Heath

Croquet Match
Alice with the Duchess at the Croquet match

Through the Hoop
A redoubtable croquet-player ponders a tricky shot - how to get his own ball through the hoop without taking his opponent with him ?

Croquet / Wimbledon / 1870
A Lady player takes aim during the All England Club tournament at Wimbledon

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"Croquet: A Whimsical Game of Wonderland and Beyond" Step into the enchanting world of croquet, where reality blends with fantasy. Just like Alice in Wonderland, imagine yourself at a croquet game surrounded by peculiar characters and surreal landscapes. In Lewis Carroll's timeless tale, Alice found herself playing an extraordinary game with the Red Queen. Picture her holding a flamingo as a mallet, ready to strike the hedgehog ball through whimsically shaped wickets. The Victorian era embraced this social pastime, as depicted in H. L. Oakley's elegant silhouettes. Croquet became a fashionable garden activity for both ladies and gentlemen to enjoy leisurely afternoons together. Engrossed in the spirit of competition, players would gather for the last croquet game of the season. The engraved scenes capture their determination to hit that final winning shot before bidding farewell to summer days. One iconic image showcases "The Index Croquet Mallet, " highlighting its significance as an essential tool for precision and strategy on the lawn. This unique design revolutionized the way enthusiasts approached this beloved sport. Even Central Park witnessed moments of joyous camaraderie during 1942 when New Yorkers gathered on its lush green lawns for friendly matches. Croquet transcended time and space, bringing people together even amidst challenging times. Fast forward to a futuristic vision where underwater croquet takes center stage – imagine colorful balls floating gracefully through aquatic hoops while players navigate beneath tranquil waves. Whether you find yourself immersed in classic literature or embracing modern adaptations like "Alice: Croquet Match, " one thing remains constant – croquet is more than just a game; it's an escape into imagination and camaraderie that spans generations. So pick up your mallets, step onto that vibrant green field, and let your imagination run wild as you embark on your own whimsical journey through the captivating world of croquet.