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Golfer Collection (#4)

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of golf with these captivating images. Travel to the year 1881, where Golf at St Andrews takes center stage

Background imageGolfer Collection: Woman playing golf, Widgi Creek Golf course, Bend, Oregon, USA MR

Woman playing golf, Widgi Creek Golf course, Bend, Oregon, USA MR

Background imageGolfer Collection: Cuba, Varadero, Golfers at Varadero Golf Course

Cuba, Varadero, Golfers at Varadero Golf Course

Background imageGolfer Collection: Cuba, Varadero, Varadero Golf Course

Cuba, Varadero, Varadero Golf Course

Background imageGolfer Collection: the golfer

the golfer
Adam Lawless

Background imageGolfer Collection: St Andrews Scotland Skyline

St Andrews Scotland Skyline
Michael Tompsett

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (2)

Golf Sport Art (2)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (5)

Golf Sport Art (5)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (6)

Golf Sport Art (6)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (8)

Golf Sport Art (8)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (3)

Golf Sport Art (3)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (7)

Golf Sport Art (7)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Sport Art (1)

Golf Sport Art (1)
Justyna Jaszke

Background imageGolfer Collection: J E Laidlaw, Golfer

J E Laidlaw, Golfer

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfer J E Laidlaw

Golfer J E Laidlaw

Background imageGolfer Collection: H H Hilton, Golfer

H H Hilton, Golfer

Background imageGolfer Collection: Horace Hutchinson, Golfer

Horace Hutchinson, Golfer

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfer Horace Hutchinson

Golfer Horace Hutchinson

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfer H H Hilton

Golfer H H Hilton

Background imageGolfer Collection: C E Dick, Golfer

C E Dick, Golfer

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfer C E Dick

Golfer C E Dick

Background imageGolfer Collection: Finding a Golf Ball

Finding a Golf Ball
Illustration of a young golfer recovering his golf ball from a stream. Date: 1933

Background imageGolfer Collection: Advert, Paraphrasia Tarda, golfers on green

Advert, Paraphrasia Tarda, golfers on green

Background imageGolfer Collection: Group of men playing golf, Victorian period

Group of men playing golf, Victorian period

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf at Winchester

Golf at Winchester

Background imageGolfer Collection: Playing Golf at Winchester Victorian period

Playing Golf at Winchester Victorian period

Background imageGolfer Collection: Walter Hagen Caricature

Walter Hagen Caricature
Caricature of the American golfer Walter Hagen (1892-1969), known for his dashing wardrobe as well as his golfing skills. Date: 1933

Background imageGolfer Collection: Cinemategolf

Cinemategolf, the latest in golf tuition. A pupil at the Portman School of Golf has her strokes filmed while receiving a lesson. Date: 1933

Background imageGolfer Collection: John De Forest with Golf Trophy

John De Forest with Golf Trophy
John De Forest (1907-1997), winner of the Open Amateur Golf Championship at Muirfield, with his trophy. Date: 1932

Background imageGolfer Collection: Prince of Wales Golfing

Prince of Wales Golfing
The Prince of Wales, later to be King Edward VIII, pictured at the French golf course at Chiberta, with a female caddy. Date: 1931

Background imageGolfer Collection: Leslie Henson Golfing

Leslie Henson Golfing
Comedian Leslie Henson (1891-1957) posing on the golf course. At the time he was appearing in the farce It's A Boy! at the Strand Theatre. Date: 1931

Background imageGolfer Collection: Helen Hicks and Eleanor Holm

Helen Hicks and Eleanor Holm
American golfer Helen Hicks Harb (1911-1974) giving a lesson to swimmer Eleanor Holm (1913-2004) on Long Island. Date: 1931

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golf Fashions

Golf Fashions
The latest fashions for the female golfer, available at Marshall and Snelgrove on Oxford Street. Date: 1931

Background imageGolfer Collection: Bobby Jones

Bobby Jones
American golfer Robert Bobby Jones Jr (1902-1971) spectating at the Ryder Cup competition in Scioto, Ohio. Jones was a highly successful amateur golfer, and co-founder of the Masters Tournament

Background imageGolfer Collection: Ladies Golf Championship

Ladies Golf Championship
Scenes from the Scottish Ladies Golf Championship held at Gullane. Date: 1931

Background imageGolfer Collection: Cartoon: At Northward Ho!

Cartoon: At Northward Ho!
Cartoon by Laurie Tayler showing the challenges of playing an arctic round of golf. Date: circa 1924

Background imageGolfer Collection: The Whitcombe Brothers, Golfers

The Whitcombe Brothers, Golfers
The Whitcombe brothers, Ernest (1890-1971), Charles (1895-1978) and Reginald (1898-1957). All had careers as professional golfers. Date: circa 1925

Background imageGolfer Collection: Charles and Margaret Sweeny

Charles and Margaret Sweeny
American golfer Charles Sweeny (1909-1993) and his wife Margaret, previously Margaret Whigham and later Duchess of Argyll (1912-1993). Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: Pwllheli Golf Club and golfers

Pwllheli Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel depicting members of Pwllheli Golf Club. This was to be the last in a weekly series of such illustrations, due to the outbreak of war. Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfers Bobby Locke and R. Burton

Golfers Bobby Locke and R. Burton
South African golfer Arthur Bobby Locke (1917-1987) with English golfer Richard Dick Burton (1907-1974). Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: Advert for North British Supercharged Golf Balls

Advert for North British Supercharged Golf Balls, featuring an illustration of golfer Harry Vardon (1870-1937) at the 1st Tee, Totteridge. Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: Golfer Bobby Locke

Golfer Bobby Locke
South African golfer Arthur Bobby Locke (1917-1987) playing a practice round at St Andrews, prior to the Golf Open. Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: A golf club and its members

A golf club and its members
Cartoons of golfers at Broxbourne Golf Club in Hertfordshire. Date: 1939

Background imageGolfer Collection: Fred Astaire golfing

Fred Astaire golfing
Fred Astaire (1899-1987) the American dancer, singer, actor and choreographer. His film The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle has recently been released

Background imageGolfer Collection: Gerald H. Owens

Gerald H. Owens
Gerald Gerry H. Owens (1914-1997) was an Irish dentist, and keen golfer. Here he is being celebrated as Irish Amateur golf champion. He went on to become President of the Golfing Union of Ireland

Background imageGolfer Collection: Colour illustration of golfer in tweeds, in an accident with butcher's boy on bike, P Bodge

Colour illustration of golfer in tweeds, in an accident with butcher's boy on bike, P Bodge, Family Butcher. Outdoor scene in country lane by H H Harris

Background imageGolfer Collection: Caricature illustration, Pastimes in Purgatory: Golf, by Dudley Tennant

Caricature illustration, Pastimes in Purgatory: Golf, by Dudley Tennant. Showing bewildered golfer in tartan, with bent golf club, and pirate flag in hole above

Background imageGolfer Collection: Cecelia Leitch, golfer, outdoor sporting photograph in a bunker

Cecelia Leitch, golfer, outdoor sporting photograph in a bunker, during the match against Harold Hilton. Showing Cecilia Leitch taking a shot, with spectators in background

Background imageGolfer Collection: Advert for North British Golf Balls (made in Edinburgh). Date: 1932

Advert for North British Golf Balls (made in Edinburgh). Date: 1932




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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of golf with these captivating images. Travel to the year 1881, where Golf at St Andrews takes center stage. Witness the birthplace of this beloved sport as players navigate the iconic links, their swings echoing through time. Fast forward to c1914 and find yourself piecing together a jigsaw puzzle featuring golfers on Prestwick golf course in Scotland. Each fragment tells a story of camaraderie and competition amidst picturesque landscapes. In 1932, Walton Heath Golf Club becomes a sanctuary for avid golf enthusiasts. The lush fairways beckon players to test their skills against nature's challenges while forging lifelong friendships along the way. The year is 1914, and we encounter an extraordinary sight - a woman confidently taking her stance on the green. Breaking barriers and defying conventions, she exemplifies strength and grace as she conquers every hole with finesse. Enter into Sir John Lavery's masterpiece - The Golf Course, North Berwick. Transported by his brushstrokes, we can almost feel the gentle breeze whispering secrets across this idyllic Scottish landscape. A portrait from circa 1910 introduces us to Tom Morris senior – a British golfer whose legacy echoes throughout generations. His steely gaze reflects years of dedication to perfecting his craft; he embodies the essence of true sportsmanship. Arnold Palmer needs no introduction – his name synonymous with greatness in the world of golf. A trailblazer who captivated audiences worldwide with his charisma and skill, he forever left an indelible mark on this cherished sport. H. M Bateman immortalizes The Man Who Broke 60 in The Open – capturing that elusive moment when boundaries are shattered and records rewritten. This illustration reminds us that within every golfer lies untapped potential waiting to be unleashed upon hallowed grounds. Across continents we venture next – Hyannisport Golf Club, Cape Cod, Massachusetts.