Match Collection (page 15)

Cricket match, Bournville village

Cricket, MCC v Notts, early 1900s

MCC cricket team leaving Southampton for South Africa, early 1900s

A village cricket team, early 1900s

Football match

A football match, early 1900s

A lady kicking a football, early 1900s

A Rugby Match, Torquay v Swansea, Victorian period

Crowd at a football match

A bowling match, early 1900s

Two mile challenge cycle race, early 1900s

School rugby match

Tandem racing, New Brighton, early 1900s

Derby Day, Epsom Downs, Victorian period

Cricket match

Mr. Lewis, Lawn tennis match

Lewis at a lawn tennis championships, Victorian period

Mr. Brown, Lawn Tennis match

Football crowd

Crowd at a football match - early 1900s

Family ready for tennis

Japan - wrestling early 1900s

Farming - Ploughing Match - Victorian period

Wrestling Match Victorian period

Wrestling match

Ploughing match

Harborne Cricket Club, south-west Birmingham
Harborne, south-west Birmingham - Cricket Ground. The Cricket Club was founded in May, 1868 and is one of the largest in the Midlands. Date: 1907

Football Match at Porto Novo, Dahomey (Benin) between Nigeria (the British Army Colonial Service) and Dahomey (the French Colonial Army) - September, 1922. Date: 1922

Cricket Match at Eton School Victorian period Date: 19th century

Cricket match at Eton School Date: 19th century

Croquet Victorian period Date: 19th century

Dublin Pheonix Park Polo Match early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Shipping, collection of postcards, match labels
SHIPPING: Mixed collection of ephemera including postcards and match labels for lines including Cunard and P&O

Cricket at Eton
Illustration of The Fields of Eton, with a match in progress. Artist: Anon. Date: 1900

Lady Cricketers
Illustration of lady cricketers playing a match. Artist: Lucien Davis Date: 1900

Three Submarines Safety Matches, made in Germany

Football match crowd, early 1900s

Lady playing cricket, early 1900s

Kent v Surrey Rugby Match at Richmond on 3rd November, 1909

Village cricket match, early 1900s

Ladies cricket match

Women's cricket match, Victorian period

Tennis

White Star Line, cigarette tin with match striker (inside)
White Star Line, heavily used RMS Britannic/RMS Olympic cigarette tin (inside) with match striker. 4ins

White Star Line, cigarette tin with match striker (lid)
White Star Line, heavily used RMS Britannic/RMS Olympic cigarette tin (lid) with match striker. 4ins

Samuel Cody assorted memorabilia, Wild West days
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: Collection of printed publicity material from Samuel Cody?s days as a Wild West showman, the largest being 29ins. 10ins. Date: late 19th century

Tibetan polo match, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

British Military Campaign to Tibet - sepoys in winter
Sepoys in winter, waiting to begin a polo match, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to

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"From the prestigious Tennis Championships at Wimbledon to the intense wrestling match at the 1972 Olympics in Munich, matches have always captivated us with their display of skill and determination. Even as far back as 1912, Scottish curling showcased a thrilling match on ice that left spectators in awe. The Triumph Renown motor car advertisement reminds us that even machines can engage in a fierce match for speed and elegance. But matches aren't limited to sports alone; nature also presents its own unique battles. Who would have thought that a simple dandelion could find itself amidst the grandeur of Centre Court? And let's not forget about the incredible strength displayed by Shire horse teams during ploughing matches, where they tirelessly compete against each other. Matches have been etched into history, like the legendary Nottingham Forest vs. Derby County F. A. Cup Final of 1898, forever remembered for its intensity and unforgettable moments. Speaking of historic sporting events, England's victorious soccer match in 1966 still echoes through time as an emblematic moment for football enthusiasts worldwide. Traveling further back in time takes us to Hambledon in 1777 when cricket was just beginning to take shape as we know it today – a true testament to how matches have evolved over centuries. From traditional pub dart matches bringing friends together over friendly competition to Englands Glory Matches igniting excitement across towns with their fiery flames. And finally, rugby at Murrayfield stadium serves as a reminder that matches are not only about individual prowess but also teamwork and camaraderie on display before thousands of passionate fans. " In all these diverse settings and contexts, one thing remains constant: whether it be on grass courts or icy arenas, between humans or horses - every match is an opportunity for greatness and leaves an indelible mark on our collective memory.