Sarah Fabian Baddiel Collection

Tom Morris senior, British golfer, portrait, c1910

Jigsaw puzzle of golfers on Prestwick golf course, Scotland, c1914. Handcut wooden puzzle of Michael Browns picture used in the Life Association of Scotland calendar

James Braid, Scottish golfer, c1905. One of the great triumvirate who dominated professional golf in the 20 years before the First World War

Advertisement on the cover of The Manchester Golfer, British, May 1911

Charlie Chaplin, comedian and actor, c1921. Chaplin asleep on a bench, cradling a bag of golf clubs in his arms. Photograph promoting the motion picture The Idle Class, released in 1921

Bobby Jones playing golf at the Shenvalee Hotel, Virginia, USA, 1930. Watched by a large and enthusiastic crowd, Jones, the foremost golfer of the period, plays a shot

Pretty faces golf clubs, 1920s. (From Bottom): AJ reach, 7EB brassie; Walter Hagen Starline with aluminium firing pin; Spalding J Medal 3 wooden dowl

Postcard of a woman golfer, c1912. The woman is holding a Fashion Dunday golf bag

Old Tom Morris, Scottish golfer, postcard, 1900. One of the outstanding figures of early competitive golf, Old Tom Morris won the Open Championship four times, in 1861, 1862, 1864 and 1867

Woman golfer, postcard, c1910

Johnnie Walker calendar. Coloured tinplate figures of Johnny Walker and a caddy on a cardboard box containing a perpetual calendar

The East Coast, Ideal for Golfing, Great Eastern Railway poster, early 1920s. Artist: John Hassall
The East Coast, Ideal for Golfing, Great Eastern Railway poster, early 1920s. This poster is in the style of John Hassall and was issued to promote travel to the east coast of Scotland

Bobby Jones on Golf, 1930
Bobby Jones on Golf, 1926. First edition of a book by Bobby Jones, the American golfer. In the space of 8 years beginning in 1922, Jones achieved enormous success in championship golf

Lady golfer taking a swing on the cover of The Penny Magazine, c1900

Calendar advertising MacNiven & Camerons Pens, 1907. The golfing scene is titled On the Golf Links

Advertisement for Colonel golf balls, 1910. The advertisement shows various floater and non-floater balls made by the St Mungo Manufacturing Company of America

Golfing ephemera including The Popular Game of Golf, 1896. Artist: Parker Brothers
Golfing ephemera including The Popular Game of Golf, made by Parker Brothers of Salem, Mass, 1896. The interior of the box is a nine-hole course, and the wooden pieces are kept in a drawer at the side

Spalding wooden clubs with coloured Fancy Face inserts, American, 1920s. Artist: Spalding
Spalding wooden clubs with coloured Fancy Face inserts, American, 1920s

Selection of golf balls, late 19th- early 20th century. Artist: Spalding
Selection of golf balls, late 19th- early 20th century. Top row: Paragon 27 1/2; Eureka 27 1/2; Silvertowns; row 2: White Colonel; the Aero; Chemical Bob; row 3

Silver cigarette case walking stick designed to look like a golf club, c1910

Pottery figure of a golfer advertising Superorna tailoring, 1920s

Tom Morris putter, late 19th century. Artist: Tom Morris Senior
Tom Morris putter, late 19th century. One of the early great champions of golf, Old Tom Morris opened his club shop at St Andrews in 1867. Many of the top early golfers also made equipment

Page from Klees golf catalogue, American, c 1940-c1960. The page features illustrations of Wilson Sam Snead Model golf clubs

Page from a golf equipment catalogue, c1925-c1940. The page shows illustrations of part of the range of golf clubs manufactured by R Wylie Hill & Co of 20 Buchanan Street, Glasgow

World Amateur Golf Team Championship trophy, 1966. The World Amateur Golf Council was established in 1958 to conduct a team championship

Lenox Cup golf trophy, c1890s. The trophy for the tournament held at the Lenox Links, Massachusetts, was won in 1895 and 1896 by Arthur Fenn

Page from a golf equipment catalogue, c1920-c1960. The page shows illustrations of part of the range of golf clubs manufactured by The Burke Golf Company of Newark, Ohio, USA

Page from a golf equipment catalogue, 1928. The page shows illustrations of woods and irons from the range of golf clubs manufactured by Spalding

Selection of golf balls in their packaging, mid 20th century. Artist: Wilson Sporting Goods
Selection of golf balls in their packaging, mid 20th century

Selection of putters with different faces, c1880-c1930. Artist: J & D Clark
Selection of putters with different faces, c1880-c1930. Putters made by (from right to left): J and D Clark, c1880; L Auchterlonie; Standard Golf Company; Wright

Selection of wrapped golf balls, 20th century. Artist: Hutchison Main & Company
Selection of wrapped golf balls, 20th century. Top row: Hutchison Main & Company Hawk; rubber-core floater, 1907; Dunlop Lattice; row 2: Dunlop Warwick; Colonel; Dunlop Blue Flash; row 3

Photograph signed by American golfer Walter Hagen, 1929. The inscription beneath the picture reads; Pleasant memories of my 4th win - British Open, Muirfield 1929. Golfingly, Walter Hagen

Scene from the Amateur Golf Championship, St Andrews, 1895. A crowd of spectators watching the match between Leslie Balfour Melville and John Ball

Mills patent aluminium putters, c1900s. Two pages from a golf equipment catalogue, with illustrations of a range of putters

Trophies won by Hector Thomson, 1930s and 1940s. Hector Thomson was one of the best amateurs of his time. The trophies include a silver salver

Kro-Flite golf ball, 1922. Artist: Spalding
Kro-Flite golf ball, 1922. Spaldings most popular ball, the Kro-Flite, was made with a mesh surface in 1920, and a dimple pattern, originally developed by William Taylor in 1905, seen here in 1922

Meteor golf ball by Goodrich, patented 1899. Artist: Goodrich
Meteor golf ball by Goodrich, patented 1899

Polydrone bronze figure of John E Laidley, c1880
Polydrone bronze figure of John E Laidley, about 16.5in high, signed by G Gonnella of Dundee, c1880

Early iron golf clubs; showing the different faces of the clubs

Eureka golf ball box, made by the Gutta Percha Co, London, c1898

Golf Balls, c1906. Artist: AG Spalding
Golf Balls, c1906. Left: Vardon Flyer golf balls, Silvertown, London. Mesh balls manufactured exclusively for AG Spalding in 1906. Middle: The Burnet Golf Ball Box of three

Spalding 50 golf ball, c1919. AG Spalding & Bros were one of the largest of all ball manufacturers and one of the first to obtain a licence to make rubber core balls. This one was brought out in 1919

Fairway golf ball and box, c1910s

Christmas card with golfing theme, c1910
Hoots Mon ! I d drive far out of my way to wish ye a MERRIE CHRISTMAS. Christmas card with golfing theme, c1910

Cigarette cards for Cornell and West Point universities, American, c1900

Poster illustrating The History of Golf, c1970

St Nicholas, for Boys and Girls, cover, October 1919. Features young people playing golf

Black Domino rubber-core golf balls made for the Spalding Co, 1908, with original box and guarantee slip

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"Sarah Fabian Baddiel: Unraveling the Rich History of Golf Through Captivating Images" Step into a world where time stands still, as we piece together the fascinating story of golf through the lens of Sarah Fabian Baddiel. 🌍⛳️ Transport yourself to Prestwick golf course in Scotland, circa 1914, with a mesmerizing jigsaw puzzle depicting golfers immersed in their beloved sport. Feel the nostalgia as you admire Tom Morris senior's portrait from 1910, capturing the essence of this iconic British golfer. Bask in Scottish pride with James Braid's image from 1905, showcasing his remarkable talent and contribution to the game. Delve deeper into history with an advertisement on The Manchester Golfer cover from May 1911 – a testament to how deeply rooted golf was within British culture. But wait. Our journey takes an unexpected turn as Charlie Chaplin graces us with his presence in a comedic yet timeless photograph from around 1921. Witness how even Hollywood legends found solace on the greens. Crossing borders, we find ourselves at Shenvalee Hotel in Virginia, USA during Bobby Jones' triumphant era in 1930. Marvel at his skill and grace as he conquers each swing effortlessly. Discover that women too had their place on these hallowed grounds through postcards dating back to c1912 and c1910 – proof that gender barriers were being challenged long before modern times. The allure of golf extends beyond mere photographs; it permeates art itself. John Hassall's Great Eastern Railway poster from the early 1920s beckons us towards "The East Coast, " promising an ideal haven for avid golfers seeking serenity amidst breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourself further by exploring Bobby Jones' insightful book "Bobby Jones on Golf" published in 1930 – a treasure trove for enthusiasts eager to delve into the mind of a true golfing legend.