Hurling Collection

Croke Park Stadia Art - Ireland
Oil painting of Croke Park, home of the Gaelic Athletic Association, 1884 - current day. Stadium capacity 82, 300. Original painting size 22" x 18" created in 2013 by D.J.Rogers

Croke Park Stadia Art -
Painting of Croke Park, home of the Gaelic Athletic Association, 1884 - current day. Stadium capacity 82, 300. Original painting created by Brian Casey

Buddist celebration of Losar (Tibetian New Year) where Buddists throw flower in the air, Bodnath, Katmandu, Nepal, Asia

Songkran, Thai New Year, Water festival, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Gamo Sadahide's Servant, Toki Motosada, Hurling a Demon King to the Ground at Mount Inohana, 1890. From New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts

Sakai Kyuzo Hurling a Spear, 1868. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Sakai Kyuzo Hurling a Spear, 1868. From One Hundred Warriors in Battle Selected by Yoshitoshi

Hercules and Lycus (marble) (detail of 143022)
ALI285796 Hercules and Lycus (marble) (detail of 143022) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Alinari

Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, engraved by Hotelin, c. 1868 (engraving)
OTB182322 Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, engraved by Hotelin, c.1868 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Death of Conan in 1090 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF138672 The Death of Conan in 1090 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conan was the ally of William II (c.1056-1100); ); English

The comic history of England (colour litho)
3642905 The comic history of England (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The comic history of England. Postcard, early 20th century)

Moses breaking the Tablets of the Law and the Adoration of the Golden Calf
REV326556 Moses breaking the Tablets of the Law and the Adoration of the Golden Calf, illustration from a catechism L Histoire Sainte, published by Charles Delagrave, Paris

The Clash of the Titans, 1913-15 (oil on canvas)
NUL396505 The Clash of the Titans, 1913-15 (oil on canvas) by Moser, Koloman (1868-1918); 130.5x213.5 cm; Private Collection; Austrian, out of copyright

An Old Custom in the Austrian Alps, hurling the Fiery Wheels down the Hill (litho)
1043471 An Old Custom in the Austrian Alps, hurling the Fiery Wheels down the Hill (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Old Custom in the Austrian Alps)

Battle of the Centaurs, 1872-73 (oil on canvas)
3588568 Battle of the Centaurs, 1872-73 (oil on canvas) by Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901); 104.2x194.3 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel

The Sphinx Defeated, c. 1878 (oil on board)
NUL396516 The Sphinx Defeated, c.1878 (oil on board) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 The Stoning of St. Stephen, from the Hours of Louis d
XJL213685 Ms Lat. Q.v.I.126 The Stoning of St. Stephen, from the Hours of Louis d Orleans, 1469 (vellum) by Colombe, Jean (c.1430-c.93); total:225x155 cm; National Library, St

Hercules and Lycus (marble)
ALI143022 Hercules and Lycus (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Galleria Nazionale d Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Alinari

Apollo in his horse-drawn chariot at the left, above him above Jupiter hurls a thunderbolt, Venus at right in her chariot drawn by animals, 1530-60

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IRELAND, North, Belfast, West, Falls Road, Political murals painted on walls of the Lower Falls Road area showing Councillor Liam Mac Carthy and some people playing Hurling

Jupiter Hurling Thunderbolts at the Vices, 1554-1556 (1870). Artist: L Chapon
Jupiter Hurling Thunderbolts at the Vices, 1554-1556 (1870). After the painting by Paolo Veonese in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

British Officer Hurling Grenades From Trench At Attacking Germans From The War Illustrated Album Deluxe Published London 1916

Beaconsfield hurling team, South Africa, 1907
Beaconsfield hurling team, Kimberley, Cape Colony, Griqualand West, South Africa. They were gold medal winners. Date: 1907

Boys playing hurling, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Two boys playing hurling in the street, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Date: 1969

Songkran Water Festival, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Hurling field

Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, Exodus 32: 19, illustration from Dore s
KW259170 Moses Breaking the Tablets of the Law, Exodus 32:19, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible, engraved by Hotelin, 1866 (engraving) by Dore

Indians Training for War, from Brevis Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry
XIR182528 Indians Training for War, from Brevis Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1591 (coloured engraving) by Le Moyne

Statuette of a Giant Hurling a Rock; Unknown; 200 - 175 B.C.; Bronze; Object: H: 14 x W: 6.9 cm (5 1/2 x 2 11/16 in.)

Roman soldiers operating a Catapult, a siege engine used for hurling missiles, such as stones at bottom left, at the enemy. In top half of image are details of the construction of the weapon

Workers Riots in Berlin
German workers riot in Berlin in the evening (presumably after doing a days work) hurling sticks, stones & other missiles while police charge with swords raised. Date: 25 February 1892

Girl throws leaves in the air to celebrate autumn, Vashon Island, Washington State, United States of America, North America

Repainting Boudha, the Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath (Bodhanath) with a coat of limewash, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Sumo wrestlers competing, Grand Taikai Sumo Wrestling Tournament, Kokugikan Hall Stadium, Ryogoku district, Tokyo, Japan, Asia

Fisherman casting his throw net in the coastal backwaters, Kerala, India, Asia

Fishing on the river Niger, Niger Inland Delta, Segou region, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Chinese Thunder Spirit
LEI-KONG the spirit of Thunder. He makes thunder with a hammer & drums, chases away evil spirits & punishes undetected criminals

Throwing Javelin
Le tir du javelot - hurling the javelin - at the Fete Federale des Gymnastes, held at Locle, Switzerland

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"Hurling: A Timeless Tradition of Passion, Skill, and Heritage" From the iconic Croke Park Stadia Art in Ireland to the bustling streets during the Buddhist celebration of Losar or Songkran, Thai New Year, it has left its mark on cultures worldwide. Dating back as far as 1907 with the Beaconsfield hurling team in South Africa, this exhilarating sport has captivated hearts across continents. Whether it's boys playing hurling in Belfast, Northern Ireland or a stained glass window depicting Saint Catherine's torment being shattered by angels hurling stones at it, the essence of this game is deeply ingrained. Just like Hercules and Lycus locked in an intense marble battle or Moses breaking the Tablets of Law engraved by Hotelin in 1868; hurlers display immense strength and determination. The Death of Conan captured through an engraving or even depicted humorously in The Comic History of England reminds us that while fierce competition exists within this sport, there is also room for laughter. Intriguingly enough, Moses breaking the Tablets of Law intertwines with another scene -the Adoration of the Golden Calf- showcasing both punishment and worship. Similarly, hurling embodies a delicate balance between aggression and finesse; players must possess skillful technique alongside unwavering sportsmanship. As we delve into these diverse depictions encompassed within art forms ranging from black-and-white photographs to vibrant lithographs; one thing remains constant -hurling unites people across time and space. It serves as a testament to our shared love for athleticism and camaraderie. So next time you witness a thrilling match on green fields or catch glimpses of ancient engravings portraying moments frozen forever; remember that hurling transcends mere physicality. It represents heritage preserved through generations—a timeless tradition that continues to ignite passion within all who partake.