Sports Woman Collection (#3)

Norwegian figure skater and actress
SONJA HENIE (1912-1969). Norwegian figure skater and actress

HELENE MAYER (1910-1953). German fencer. Photographed c1932

An archery meet at the Crystal Palace, London, England. Line engraving, English, 1859
LONDON: ARCHERY, 1859. An archery meet at the Crystal Palace, London, England. Line engraving, English, 1859

American tennis champion. Photographed in the 1940s
ALICE MARBLE (1913-1990). American tennis champion. Photographed in the 1940s

A fashionable pastime: archery practice. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
ARCHERY, 19th CENTURY. A fashionable pastime: archery practice. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

Silent Film Still: Woman

Slapstick bike race
SILENT FILM STILL. Slapstick bike race

Silent Still: Juggling

HELEN NEWINGTON WILLS (1906-1998). American tennis player. Photograph, 1945

Silent Film Still: Sports
SILENT FILM STILL: SPORTS. Margaret Quimby

American singer. Photograph, mid-20th century
KATE SMITH (1909-1986). American singer. Photograph, mid-20th century

A jolly party of golfers posing for the photographer, c1895
GOLFING PARTY, c1895. A jolly party of golfers posing for the photographer, c1895

OLYMPIC GAMES, 1972. Swimmers diving into the pool during the womens 400-meter freestyle event at the Summer Olympic Games in Munich, West Germany, 30 August 1972

ALICE MARBLE (1913-1990). American tennis player

Silent Film Still: Golf

School Days. A golf-playing Gibson girl. Pen and ink drawing, 1899, by Charles Dana Gibson
GIBSON GIRL, 1899. School Days. A golf-playing Gibson girl. Pen and ink drawing, 1899, by Charles Dana Gibson

On the golf links: drawing, 1899, by Charles Dana Gibson
GIBSON GIRL, 1899. On the golf links: drawing, 1899, by Charles Dana Gibson

WOMAN MOUNTAINEER, 1885. A female mountain climber in the Tyrolian Alps. Line engraving after Richard Caton Woodville, from an English newspaper of 1886

Swedish Ice Yachting
A happy young woman ice yachting (or sail skating) on a frozen lake in Sweden. Date: 1930s

OLYMPIC GAMES, 1976. American ice dancing couple Colleen O Connor and Jim Millns performing in the compulsory round at the Winter Olympic Games in Innsbruck, Austria

ENGLISH ADVERTISEMENT, 1890 featuring a woman golfer

Silent Film Still: Sports

Lawn Tennis Championship matches at Wimbledon
Vignettes showing scenes at Wimbledon in 1887, including several of the fifteen year old Miss Lottie Dod serving the ball in the year she first won the Championship

Golf - Miss Walker-Leigh Addressing her Ball
Miss Walker-Leigh Addressing her Ball at the South of Ireland Golf Championship at Lahinch

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"Dorothea Douglass Lambert Chambers, Wilma Rudolph, Billie Jean King, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias: Celebrating the Trailblazing Sports Women of History" In the realm of sports, these remarkable women have left an indelible mark on history. Dorothea Douglass Lambert Chambers, a British tennis player known for her exceptional skills and multiple Wimbledon victories. Her grace and finesse on the court made her a true icon in the world of tennis. Wilma Rudolph, an American track and field athlete who overcame tremendous odds to become an Olympic champion. Her triumphant moment crossing the finish line to win the 400-meter relay at the Summer Olympics in Rome serves as a testament to her determination and resilience. Billie Jean King, another American legend in tennis whose prowess extended far beyond the court. A fierce advocate for gender equality in sports, she fought tirelessly for equal pay and opportunities for female athletes. Photographed during a San Francisco tournament in 1974, she exudes strength and confidence that inspired generations. Babe Didrikson Zaharias was a force to be reckoned with across various sports including golf, basketball, baseball, and track & field. Her versatility knew no bounds as she shattered records wherever she competed. Helen Wills Moody graced not only English lawns but also countless magazine covers like Tatler - epitomizing elegance both on and off-court. She captivated audiences worldwide with her unparalleled talent. The Harlem women's basketball team from New York City showcased their incredible athleticism through Eddie Elcha's lens back in 1924 - breaking barriers while captivating hearts with their skillful maneuvers on the court. Charlotte Dod stands tall among pioneers as one of England's first prominent female athletes excelling at cricket and lawn tennis during Victorian times – defying societal norms along every step of her journey.