Sporty Collection

Three Jowett Models 1952
The Bradford will disappear without a trace; but the Jupiter and especially the Javelin will attract many admirers for their sporty looks and performance

Seven women police officers in netball team
Seven women police officers in the 1954 Met Police netball team, posing with a ball and a netball post. They include Heather Walker, Nora Blacklock, June Barrett and Pat Stacke. Date: 1954

Bystander cover 1929 - In Training - Boxing woman
A woman in a fetching sporty outfit of silky shorts and stockings takes out her frustrations on a punch bag dressed up as a man. Date: 1929

Athletic young man in shorts with ball lying on a stone floor

1988 Opel Manta

Golfing Woman 1907
A modern sporty girl wears a gored skirt, blouse with detachable all-round collar worn with a tie, a large flat cap & a broad belt to accentuate her tiny waist

Advertisement for Ford Anglia cars -- male and female models posing (Geraldine Hill, Susan Ingram and Ossie O Leary). 1959

A coat by Moorcott to drive a Triumph sports car
A girl wearing a green and white Scottish tweed coat with deep raglan sleeves and slit pockets designed by Moorcot, sits in a Triumph 2 litre sports model capable of well over 100 mph! Date: 1953

Sporty Lacrosse Girl - The Sporting Girl - " The Fellows like the girl of sport, shes such a jolly, chummy sort." Date: circa 1910s

A Sporty White Sunbeam Alpine in a Humber, Hillman and Sunbeam Rootes Motors Limited brochure 1960

Young man in a suit and without shirt lying on a couch

Young man in a suit and without shirt kneeling on a couch

Man with a naked torso wearing long underwear in a horse barn sitting on bales of hay

Sporty equestrian blond posing with her horse
Team-mates - a very pretty sporty equestrian blond in jodhpurs and boots, standing holding the bridle of her thoroughbred black stallion, gloved hand on hip. Date: early 1940s

Tennis Pin-Up 1950S
An athletic, glamorous blonde in pristine whites (shorts, blouse, plimsolls, bobby socks & red belt), wooden racquet & with fuzzy balls in hand, stands on tip-toe at the net

1998 Honda Integra Type R

2001 Peugeot 406 Coupe

Country Hunt in India
Sporty Englishmen are accompanied by a motley pack of hounds as they seek to recapture the glory of the chase on an Indian plain

Lady and Pomeranian
A lady in boots and a sporty outfit takes her pomeranian for its morning walk

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

Jerry
Michael Allmaier

2 female surfers at the beach

Female surfer riding a wave

Male surfer riding a wave

Melanie Chisholm singer with the all woman pop group Spice Girls. 23rd October 1996

Young athlete in white briefs

Strips are sporty
Erhard Batzdorf

SPORTY LADY 1927
Cover for Die Dame featuring a sporty woman. The background is covered with hunting pictures, dogs, saddles &c. Taken from the printed page, the original no longer exists. Date: March 1927

Typical Autumn day citywear - a sporty suit worn underneath a fur coloured sportscoat with a feathered hat. Date: circa 1930

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Axel K. Schoeps

JD-23007
Cavapoo Dog wearing football hat Date: 09-Dec-11

Cabinet Card of a naked cyclist, c. 1898 (Sepia Photo)
696866 Cabinet Card of a naked cyclist, c.1898 (Sepia Photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; German, out of copyright

Unknown boxer, c. 1900 (sepia photo)
DGC418606 Unknown boxer, c.1900 (sepia photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright

Sporting girls
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Advertisement for Maison Lyons chocolates showing art deco style figures indulging in various sport and leisure activities

The Sportsmans Study The Sportsmans Study
The Sportsmans Study. circa 1835

Pretty girl, in knitted jumper, with pearl earrings, holding hockey stick (photo)
6030237 Pretty girl, in knitted jumper, with pearl earrings, holding hockey stick (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pretty girl, in knitted jumper)

Sketch cover, Binnie Hale in Sunny at the Hippodrome
Binnie Hale pictured on the cover of The Sketch in the gym costume she wore in the title role of the hit comedy musical, Sunny, at the London Hippodrome in 1926. Date: 1926

The Hoffman Girls in rehearsals
The Hoffman Girls, the dance troupe founded, managed and choreographed by Gertrude Hoffman, pictured in rehearsals for Leap Year which had had a successful run at the London Hippodrome

"Wincarnis"for Endurance, advertisement from The Graphic
KAT323450 " Wincarnis" for Endurance, advertisement from The Graphic, October 27th 1906 (litho) by English School

Poster advertising a Peugeot Racing Car, c. 1918 (colour litho)
CHT307833 Poster advertising a Peugeot Racing Car, c.1918 (colour litho) by Vincent, Rene (1871-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une voiture de Course; ); eArchives Charmet; French

Lord Lonsdale, 1926 (colour litho)
473384 Lord Lonsdale, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hugh Lowther (1857-1944) 5th Earl of Lonsdale; English sportsman

Tommy Warren, 1885 (sepia photo)
DGC418603 Tommy Warren, 1885 (sepia photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tommy Warren (1865-1904)

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"Sporty: A Glimpse into the World of Athleticism and Style" Step back in time with these iconic snapshots that epitomize the spirit of sportiness. From vintage cars to women breaking barriers, each image tells a unique story of athleticism and fashion. Let's start our journey in 1952, where three Jowett Models take center stage. These sleek vehicles embody speed and power, capturing the essence of sportiness on wheels. Fast forward to 1929 when Bystander magazine featured a groundbreaking cover titled "In Training. " This captivating photograph showcased a boxing woman defying societal norms, proving that strength knows no gender boundaries. Breaking stereotypes once again, we encounter seven women police officers forming an unstoppable netball team. Their determination and teamwork exemplify both physical prowess and feminine empowerment. The year 1988 introduces us to the Opel Manta - a true symbol of sports car excellence. Its aerodynamic design promises exhilarating drives for those seeking an adrenaline rush on the open road. An athletic young man lying on a stone floor catches our attention next. Clad in shorts with ball in hand, his poised posture hints at endless possibilities for active pursuits ahead. Advertisement for Ford Anglia cars takes us back further in time to witness how even early automobiles embraced sportiness as their selling point. These stylish vehicles were made for adventure seekers who craved both performance and style. A golfing woman from 1907 reminds us that sportsmanship is timeless. Her graceful swing showcases not only her skill but also her dedication towards mastering her craft – all while looking effortlessly chic. Moorcott presents a coat designed specifically for driving Triumph sports cars – blending functionality with elegance seamlessly. This fusion allows individuals to embrace their love for fast-paced journeys without compromising on style or comfort. Lacrosse enthusiasts will be delighted by our next snapshot featuring a sporty lacrosse girl ready to conquer any field she steps on.