Hobby Collection (page 7)

Please, Sir, will you Buy an Owl? (engraving)
669521 Please, Sir, will you Buy an Owl? (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Please, Sir, will you Buy an Owl)

A Gentlemans Tool Chest, from the catalogue of Cutler & Co. (engraving)
STC209622 A Gentlemans Tool Chest, from the catalogue of Cutler & Co. (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Red-footed falcon, Falco vespertinus. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Women entomologists catching butterflies in a garden, mid 19th century. Handcoloured lithograph from Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, Histoire des Papillons, Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet

Red legged falcon, Erythropus vespertinus (orange legged hobby, Falco rufipes). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849

Scene showing a couple at the piano, with a love poem written underneath
DHC379905 Scene showing a couple at the piano, with a love poem written underneath, from Neuruppiner Bilderbogen, 1850 (colour litho) by German School

Every Man Rides His Own Hobby (chromolitho)
733489 Every Man Rides His Own Hobby (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Every Man Rides His Own Hobby.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

A Peaceful and Happy Christmas (chromolitho)
731525 A Peaceful and Happy Christmas (chromolitho) by Dealy, Jane M. (fl.1880-d.1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Peaceful and Happy Christmas)

Mother giving her child a riding lesson. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Augustin Legrands Amour et Tendresse (Love and Tenderness), Louis Janet, Paris, 1820

Contract Bridge Contest, 1932
Scenes at the Anglo-Dutch-German contract bridge contest played at Grosvenor House in January 1932. Crockfords Club, one of the best-known bridge centres in London

The X. mas Academics / A Combination Game at Whist, 1773 (engraving)
2972974 The X.mas Academics / A Combination Game at Whist, 1773 (engraving) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811) (after); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Reading, games and needlework table, c. 1815 (mahogany & rosewood)
2972946 Reading, games and needlework table, c.1815 (mahogany & rosewood) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Stand and Deliver! (colour litho)
2792452 Stand and Deliver! (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stand and Deliver)

A curious race held for the first time in Claygate, England (colour litho)
2777855 A curious race held for the first time in Claygate, England (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A curious leisure for winged men (colour litho)
2777815 A curious leisure for winged men (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious leisure for winged men)

About Shells (engraving)
3626090 About Shells (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: About Shells. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

The Hobby (chromolitho)
3643952 The Hobby (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hobby. Illustration for Sketch Book of British Birds by R Bowdler Sharpe (SPCK)

German birds of prey (colour litho)
3646364 German birds of prey (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German birds of prey)

Carpet bowls, 1850-1900 (glazed ceramic)
3084422 Carpet bowls, 1850-1900 (glazed ceramic) by English School, (19th century); each circumference: 7 cm; The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London

Boy making rabbit hutch (colour litho)
3092815 Boy making rabbit hutch (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy making rabbit hutch. Educational poster, c 1930.); © Look and Learn

Aeronautical Party In The Arena In Milan, The Departure Of Three Balloons Carrying Seven People In The Air
2798785 Aeronautical Party In The Arena In Milan, The Departure Of Three Balloons Carrying Seven People In The Air (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

A Giant of Golf, from The Connoisseur Magazine, published 1902 (litho)
1772351 A Giant of Golf, from The Connoisseur Magazine, published 1902 (litho) by Hooghe, Romeyn de (1636-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scottish golf team after the Professional International 1936
Still no luck - Photo of the defeated Scottish golf team after the Professional International Golf match including Scottish James Braid (centre) 1936

The Duke of Windsor playing golf at Cap D Antibes
The Duke of Windsor, formerly Prince of Wales, King Edward VIII, pictured playing golf at the Mandelieu course at Cap D Antibes on the French Riviera

Ladies sketching club 1885
Group of women sketching the scenery on their easels. Date: 1885

The "Sport and Art"Exhibition at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving)
1626746 The " Sport and Art" Exhibition at the Grosvenor Gallery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rambling Sketches, Clovelly (litho)
1597771 Rambling Sketches, Clovelly (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rambling Sketches, Clovelly)

Fresh water fishing. 19th century

A New Hobby for School-Boys, the Kennel Club at Clayesmore School, Enfield (litho)
1042995 A New Hobby for School-Boys, the Kennel Club at Clayesmore School, Enfield (litho) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New Hobby for School-Boys)

First Viscount Wolseley and George Wyndham
Ws. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley, First Viscount Wolseley (1833-1913) issues orders to George Wyndham (1863-1913), former soldier, Politician and author. Date: 1900

THE HIKER & CAMPER 1931
Front cover of The Hiker & Camper magazine, giving advice and suggestions to hikers during the 1930s when the hobby was at its peak. Date: August 1931

HORN DANCE
ABBOTS BROMLEY HORN DANCE: Has elements of a mock hunt: 6 deersmen, a fool, hobby horse, a Maid Marian, 1 boy & crossbow & 1 boy & triangle dance through the town. Date: 1940s (September)

A Woman Sewing in an Interior (oil on canvas)
CH402633 A Woman Sewing in an Interior (oil on canvas) by Holsoe, Carl (1863-1935); 73.3x71.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Danish, out of copyright

A novelty at the Brooklands Circuit (England) (colour litho)
2777721 A novelty at the Brooklands Circuit (England) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A novelty at the Brooklands Circuit (England)

Hobby male tethered and squarro heron, c. 1915 (w / c & bodycolour over pencil on paper)
3473610 Hobby male tethered and squarro heron, c.1915 (w/c & bodycolour over pencil on paper) by Thorburn, Archibald (1860-1935); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Lady watering plants in a green house (engraving)
3629349 Lady watering plants in a green house (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady watering plants in a green house)

Outdoor Men: "Edward Grey"(colour litho)
3620685 Outdoor Men: " Edward Grey" (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outdoor Men: " Edward Grey")

Clovelly, from the Hobby (b / w photo)
3631733 Clovelly, from the Hobby (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clovelly, from the Hobby)

Singular Transformation in a Boy who never used his Brains! (engraving)
669522 Singular Transformation in a Boy who never used his Brains! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Father Christmas (engraving)
669520 Father Christmas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas. Illustration for Indoor Games and Recreations edited by G A Hutchison)

Bismarck on Horseback with Dog (oil print)
XPH308482 Bismarck on Horseback with Dog (oil print) by Henseler, Ernest (1852-after 1923); Bismarck-Museum, Friedrichsruh

A velocipede race at Jardin du Luxembourg in 1818 after an engraving of the time
PER326528 A velocipede race at Jardin du Luxembourg in 1818 after an engraving of the time, engraved by P. Comte (19th century) (colour engraving) by Duvaux

The Prince Imperial, watched by his parents, the Emperor and Empress
498862 The Prince Imperial, watched by his parents, the Emperor and Empress, shows his skill in cycling on a Michaux velocipede in the Tuileries Gardens, Paris, 1869 (engraving) by French School

The Improving Arts, 1867 (colour litho)
CHT171886 The Improving Arts, 1867 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

The latest American stunt, the baby balloon that, inflated with helium, allows those who stick to it... (colour litho)
2809331 The latest American stunt, the baby balloon that, inflated with helium, allows those who stick to it... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf (litho)
6001468 Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf (litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romantic couple taking a break from their game of golf)

Man interrupts his tennis game to talk to a young woman (colour litho)
6001417 Man interrupts his tennis game to talk to a young woman (colour litho) by Fisher, Harrison (1875-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

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In the quaint village of Tilford, Surrey, England, UK, hobbies come alive in vibrant colors and endless possibilities. From the gentle hum of a cricket match on the village green to the intricate stitches of "The Patchwork Quilt, " this place is a haven for enthusiasts. Muriel Dawson's masterpiece, "The Days Work, " captures the essence of pursuing one's passion with unwavering dedication. Meanwhile, "Little Miss Natty Fingers" showcases the delicate artistry that can be achieved through needlework. For those seeking adventure, horse riding on the beach at sunrise offers an exhilarating escape from everyday life. And if you're captivated by birds of prey soaring through the sky, falconry equipment awaits your exploration. Dive into a world where grace meets water as synchronized swimmers perfect their routines with precision and elegance. Just like George Morris did back in 1863 when he mesmerized audiences with his bell ringing skills on eight bells. Even literary giants like H. G. Wells found solace in hobbies such as playing Little Wars – miniature battles that transported him to distant realms filled with imagination and strategy. As we journey through time to 1953's coronation celebrations at Ascot Racecourse, we catch a glimpse of royalty enjoying their favorite pastime from within the royal box. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation as horses thunder down the track. Artistic expressions find their way into every corner here; Paul Cezanne's enchanting creation "Roses in a Bottle" evokes emotions that transcend time itself. And let us not forget Petronella Dunois' Dolls House from 1676 – a miniature world carefully crafted for endless storytelling possibilities. In this idyllic setting where passions intertwine and dreams take flight, Tilford embraces its residents' love for hobbies wholeheartedly. Whether it be sportsmanship or creativity that fuels your soul – this charming village offers a sanctuary for all who seek to indulge in their favorite pastimes.