Wa Rouch Collection

The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Artist: WA Rouch
The England Test cricket XI at Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, 1899. Englands team in WG Graces final Test, against Australia at Trent Bridge

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

The Derby: View Down The Course, c1903, (1903). Artist: WA Rouch
The Derby: View Down The Course, c1903, (1903). Epsom Derby commonly known as The Derby, is a Group 1 flat horse race open to three year old thoroughbred colts and fillies

Gentlemen XI for the fixture vs Players at Lords Cricket Ground, London, 1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Gentlemen XI for the fixture vs Players at Lords Cricket Ground, London, 1899. Gentlemen vs Players was an annual fixture between teams of amateurs (the Gentlemen) and professionals (the Players)

Mr HGP Owen, Essex cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr HGP Owen, Essex cricketer, c1899. Hugh Glendwr Palmer Owen (1859-1912) played for Cambridge University, Essex and the MCC in a career lasting from 1882 until 1902

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, walking out to bat, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, walking out to bat, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time, WG Grace (1848-1915)

Thomas Russell, Essex cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Thomas Russell, Essex cricketer, c1899. A wicketkeeper and right-handed batsman, Thomas Russell (1863-1927) played 170 matches for Essex and the MCC between 1894 and 1905

Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr COH Sewell, Gloucestershire cricketer, c1899. Born in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Cyril Otto Hudson Sewell (1874-1951) played 173 matches for Gloucestershire and the MCC between 1895 and 1919

Mr P Perrin, Essex cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr P Perrin, Essex cricketer, c1899. Percy Perrin (1876-1945) played for Essex from 1896 until 1928. He scored 66 centuries, the third highest total amongst players who never played Test cricket

Mr PF Warner, Middlesex and England cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Mr PF Warner, Middlesex and England cricketer, c1899. A right-handed batsman, Pelham Plum Warner (1873-1963) played for Oxford University

Bill Storer, Derbyshire and England cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Bill Storer, Derbyshire and England cricketer, c1899. Bill Storer (1867-1912) was a wicketkeeper-batsman who played for Derbyshire from 1887 until 1905

Johnny Briggs, Lancashire and England cricketer, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Johnny Briggs, Lancashire and England cricketer, c1899. A left arm spin bowler, Johnny Briggs (1862-1902) played for Lancashire from 1879 until 1900

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"Capturing the Essence of Cricket: The Artistry of WA Rouch" Step back in time to the late 19th century and immerse yourself in the world of cricket through the incredible artwork of WA Rouch. With his skilled brushstrokes, Rouch brings to life some iconic moments and personalities from England's cricket history. In one masterpiece, we find ourselves at Nottinghamshire in 1899, witnessing the formidable England Test cricket XI in action. Each player is meticulously portrayed, their determination evident as they battle it out on the pitch, and is a snapshot frozen in time that transports us straight into the heart of this historic match. Another painting showcases none other than Dr WG Grace himself, an English cricketer who needs no introduction. Playing for London County Cricket Club, he exudes confidence and skill as he takes charge on the field. Rouch's attention to detail captures every nuance of Grace's stance and expression, making us feel like we are right there with him. Moving on to another scene depicted by Rouch, we find ourselves at Lords Cricket Ground for a fixture between Gentlemen XI and Players. The atmosphere is electric as these two teams clash head-on. The artist manages to convey not only the intensity but also a sense of camaraderie among these players who share a common love for this beloved sport. Rouch's talent extends beyond capturing players' actions; he also paints landscapes that transport us directly into famous venues such as Derby Racecourse or Lords Cricket Ground itself. Through his eyes, we witness breathtaking views down racecourses or get lost amidst lush green fields where dreams are made and broken with each swing of a bat. The portraits within Rouch's collection further showcase his ability to capture individual cricketers' essence. From Essex cricketers like Mr HGP Owen or Mr P Perrin to Gloucestershire's own Mr COH Sewell - each player comes alive through Rouch's brush, their personalities shining through.