Sporting Event Collection (#2)

Mr. Pixley, of the Victoria Rifles, winner of the Queen's Prize at the National Rifle Contest, 1862. This gentleman is by no means an undistinguished rifleman

The fight of the Buryats, which took place in the passage of His Imperial Highness... 1895. Creator: L Veniukov
The fight of the Buryats, which took place in the passage of His Imperial Highness, the Heir to Tsarevich Nikolai Alexandrovich, 1895

Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: firing from the rests, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: firing from the rests, 1862. At the Royal Laboratory practice-range of Woolwich Arsenal number of gunmakers of celebrity were present

Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: the rifle-rest, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: the rifle-rest, 1862. At the Royal Laboratory practice-range of Woolwich Arsenal number of gunmakers of celebrity were present

Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: the Council of the National Rifle... 1862 Creator: Unknown
Official trial of small-bore rifles on Plumstead Marshes: the Council of the National Rifle Association watching the target, 1862

His Majesty King George III Returning from Hunting, early-mid 19th century, (c1955). George III (1738-1820) out fox hunting, with Windsor Castle in the distance. After James Pollard

The Earl of Derbys Stag Hounds, early 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Unknown
The Earl of Derbys Stag Hounds, early 19th century, (c1955). Hunting scene; dogs belonging to Edward Smith-Stanley, 12th Earl of Derby (1752-1834), after James Barenger

The Commodore's Cup of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Commodore's Cup of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, 1865. 'The...town cup, won the previous week by the Aline, schooner, belonging to Mr. Thellusson, was manufactured by Mr

The Cogswell Challenge-Cup of the British North American Rifle Volunteers...Nova Scotia, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Cogswell Challenge-Cup of the British North American Rifle Volunteers at Halifax, Nova Scotia, 1865. Trophy '...given by Mr. James C

Schooner Prize of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Schooner Prize of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club, 1865. 'At the meeting of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club, three weeks ago, the prize of the match for schooners and yawls was won by the Speranza, yawl

Rampoor Prize Cup of the Northern India Rifle Association, won by Mr. R. G. Currie..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
Rampoor Prize Cup of the Northern India Rifle Association, won by Mr. R. G. Currie, at the Agra shooting-match, 1864. 'The Northern India Rifle Association

Prize cup, value £100, presented to the North-East London Rifle Corps, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Prize cup, value £100, presented to the North-East London Rifle Corps, 1864. 'The North-East London Rifle Corps, who at the beginning of this year presented a handsome sword

USA, Florida, Saint Petersburg, Tropicana Field (Baseball Stadium), Tampa Bay Rays

Poster advertising the 1932 Summer Olympic Games held in Los Angeles, California, 1932 (colour lithograph)
1198003 Poster advertising the 1932 Summer Olympic Games held in Los Angeles, California, 1932 (colour lithograph) by Villa

A poster advertising the 1915 National Tennis Championship in Hilversum, 1915 (colour lithograph)
1198407 A poster advertising the 1915 National Tennis Championship in Hilversum, 1915 (colour lithograph) by Sluiter, Jan Willem (Willy) (1873-1949)

A Venetian Regatta, 1891 (watercolour and pencil on paper)
984941 A Venetian Regatta, 1891 (watercolour and pencil on paper) by Hassam, Childe Frederick (1859-1935); 43.7x29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Venetian Regatta)

A Wrestling Match, (oil on canvas)
989692 A Wrestling Match, (oil on canvas) by Simon, Lucien (1851-1945); 111.8x146 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Wrestling Match. Lucien J. Simon (1861-1945). Oil on canvas

The Regatta at Le Havre, 1869 (oil on canvas)
987524 The Regatta at Le Havre, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 21.5x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Regatta at Le Havre; Le Havre, La Fete des Regates)

Miss Lottie Dod, from The Times (photogravure) (detail of 306604)
STC324209 Miss Lottie Dod, from The Times (photogravure) (detail of 306604) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charlotte Lottie Dod (1871-1960)

View of the first official Olympic Games in Athens, 1896 (b / w photo)
STC245487 View of the first official Olympic Games in Athens, 1896 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

A Regatta on the Thames below Westminster, (pen and ink and watercolour)
651938 A Regatta on the Thames below Westminster, (pen and ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 12 1/8x19in cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Lawn Tennis 1907, Miss Lottie Dod and Wimbledon in 1880
STC306604 Lawn Tennis 1907, Miss Lottie Dod and Wimbledon in 1880, from The Times (photogravure) (see also 206604) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Finish of the Marathon Race, the Olympic Games, 1908 (litho)
STC306672 The Finish of the Marathon Race, the Olympic Games, 1908 (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1908 Summer Games)

Cowes Regatta, 1776
3870619 Cowes Regatta, 1776 by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); Photo © Derek Bayes. All rights reserved 2022

Preparing to Start for the Emperor of Russias Cup at Ascot, 1845
652182 Preparing to Start for the Emperor of Russias Cup at Ascot, 1845, 1845 (oil on canvas) by Herring Snr, John Frederick (1795-1865); 47.6x72.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Cornish Wrestling Match, (pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour)
651923 A Cornish Wrestling Match, (pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 23.4x32.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cornish Wrestling Match)

Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta, 1889 (oil on canvas)
1197595 Elegant Figures Watching the Regatta, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Clairin, Georges (1843-1919); 79.4x132.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

At Joinville, 1896 (oil on canvas)
651069 At Joinville, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Henri, Robert Cozad (1865-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: At Joinville. Robert Henri (1865-1929). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 49 Bv

The Finish of the Marathon Race, the Olympic Games, 1908 (litho)
STC373339 The Finish of the Marathon Race, the Olympic Games, 1908 (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1908 Summer Games)

Cricket Match at Bedford Park, London, 1897 (oil on canvas)
1196447 Cricket Match at Bedford Park, London, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 54x65 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Before the Start of the Match, (oil on canvas)
990558 Before the Start of the Match, (oil on canvas) by Wright, George (1860-1942); 21.5x31.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Before the Start of the Match. George Wright (1860-1942)

The Hongs at Canton from the south east, with a regatta on the Pearl river (oil on canvas
1764856 The Hongs at Canton from the south east, with a regatta on the Pearl river (oil on canvas) by Daniell, Thomas (1749-1840); 103x138 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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

Between Rounds, small, second stone, 1923. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Between Rounds, small, second stone, 1923

Royal Hunt in Windsor Park, early-mid 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Matthew Dubourg
Royal Hunt in Windsor Park, early-mid 19th century, (c1955). Fox hunting scene in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire, after James Pollard. Published by Ariel Press, London W1

Breaking Cover, late 18th-early 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Unknown
Breaking Cover, late 18th-early 19th century, (c1955). Fox hunting scene after Robert Pollard, originally intended to be titled Preparing for the Chase. Published by Ariel Press, London W1

Preparing for the Chase, late 18th-early 19th century, (c1955). Creator: Unknown
Preparing for the Chase, late 18th-early 19th century, (c1955). Fox hunting scene after Robert Pollard, originally intended to be titled Breaking Cover. Published by Ariel Press, London W1

British Sporting Prints, c1955. Creator: Unknown
British Sporting Prints, c1955. Fox hunting scenes. Flysheet of " British Sporting Prints" published by the Ariel Press

Cross of St. George, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Cross of St. George, 1862. The prize jewel, or Cross of St. George...represents one of three which will be annually awarded to the three best shots in the contest...at Wimbledon in July

St Dunstans boys billiards story Willie James congratulating the winner, James Leigh 1923

The Brook Jump, 1863. A print from Punch, or The London Charivari, 25th April 1863

Sketches at the International Chess Tournament, May 5, 1883. Artist: Corbould
Sketches at the International Chess Tournament, May 5, 1883

Sports Parade, Red Square, Moscow, 1972. A large open area in central Moscow bordered by the Kremlin, Lenins tomb and St Basils Cathedral

The water jump at the steeplechase, Auteuil, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 7th June 1903

Running, The National Cross Country, Paris, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 18th March 1903

The Prince of Wales taking a fence in the bridge of Guards Challenge Cup race, c1930s. The future King Edward VIII takes part in a sporting event

Tournament in a Court of the Vatican, Rome, 1565. The tournament was held on the occasion of the marriage of the Count Annibale Altemps, nephew of Pope Pius IV, to Ortenzia Borrome in 1565

Illustration of ancient Olympia, athletes performing in the Games and heads of Greek Gods

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"Captivating Moments in Sporting History: From Golf to Cricket, Cycling to Shooting" Step back in time and witness the rich tapestry of sporting events that have shaped our world. The Augusta National Golf Club House stands tall, a symbol of elegance and tradition since 1943. As golfers stride across its hallowed grounds, their swings echo through history. Dive into the waters as triathlon swimmers push their limits, battling against waves and currents to conquer new frontiers. Their determination is unmatched as they strive for victory amidst the relentless tides. In Sydney's iconic Cricket Ground, Test matches ignite passion like no other. The crack of bat meeting ball reverberates through the air as spectators hold their breaths in anticipation. Witnessing this timeless battle between bat and ball is an experience that transcends generations. Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) serves as a cathedral for cricket enthusiasts from around the globe. Here, rival teams clash with fierce intensity under the watchful eyes of thousands of fans who fill every seat, and is here where legends are born and records shattered. Travel further back in time to witness "The Wappenshaw, " an oil painting capturing a shooting match from centuries ago. This depiction transports us to an era when marksmanship was celebrated with great pomp and pageantry. Surrey versus Nottinghamshire at The Oval brings county championship cricket alive on green fields bathed in sunlight. Cheers erupt from loyal supporters while players showcase their skills with unwavering dedication – a testament to the spirit of competition ingrained within them. A new site emerges for Clay-Liston Fight – boxing enthusiasts eagerly await this monumental event that will etch itself into history books forevermore. Sweat-soaked brows glisten under bright lights as two warriors prepare themselves mentally and physically for glory inside the squared circle. Pedaling tirelessly across landscapes unknown, cyclists embark on daring adventures while broadcasting their feats along the way.