Batsman Collection (page 2)

The Young Cricketer - Portrait of Lewis Cage, 1768 (oil on canvas)
CH402358 The Young Cricketer - Portrait of Lewis Cage, 1768 (oil on canvas) by Cotes, Francis (1726-70); 170.7x111.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Plate 275. Base-ball; Batting (Low Ball), 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950030 Plate 275.Base-ball; Batting (Low Ball), 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.6x35.2 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 279. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950034 Plate 279. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x46.4 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Our Captain (chromolitho)
5988734 Our Captain (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Captain. Illustration for Chatterbox (1903).); © Look and Learn

Batsman struck by a cricket ball (chromolitho)
5996097 Batsman struck by a cricket ball (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Batsman struck by a cricket ball)

Boy and girl playing cricket, greetings card, late 19th or early 20th Century (chromolitho)
6032254 Boy and girl playing cricket, greetings card, late 19th or early 20th Century (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy and girl playing cricket)

Cricket themed greetings card (chromolitho)
2775118 Cricket themed greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket themed greetings card)

Cricket themed Christmas card (chromolitho)
2775117 Cricket themed Christmas card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket themed Christmas card)

Comic postcard, Drunken batsman who saw three balls Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, A fast one from the demon bowler Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Bunny faces the fast bowler Date: 20th century

A Young boy playing cricket in a suburban garden - he awaits for a delivery to arrive... Date: circa 1920

W. W. Read, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds
HJA331555 W.W. Read, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds, published by Hudson and Kearns, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A. E. Stoddart, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds
HJA328338 A.E. Stoddart, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds, published by Hudson and Kearns, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Reverend Frank Gillingham (1875-1953) - noted clergyman and cricketer - in cricket apparel walking back to the pavilion. His score of 201 for Essex versus Middlesex (as reported in this issue)

The first convention of baseball clubs, New York, 1857 (engraving) (b / w photo)
STC214667 The first convention of baseball clubs, New York, 1857 (engraving) (b/w photo) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pride: cricketer strutting after scoring a century (chromolitho)
5995933 Pride: cricketer strutting after scoring a century (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pride: cricketer strutting after scoring a century)

Plate 278. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950033 Plate 278. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 19.8x42.2 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Plate 274. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950029 Plate 274. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 25.2x28.7 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

(32) The striker being caught, no runs shall be scored, from Laws of Cricket
STC169270 (32) The striker being caught, no runs shall be scored, from Laws of Cricket, published 1910 by Crombie, Charles (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caught (22), from Laws of Cricket, published 1910
STC169269 Caught (22), from Laws of Cricket, published 1910 by Crombie, Charles (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: If the ball)

Jack Hobbs hitting a boundary for Surrey against Yorkshire
Jack Hobbs, legendary cricketer, hitting a boundary in a Surrey versus Yorkshire match. circa 1920s

W. G. Grace, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds
HJA328348 W.G. Grace, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds, published by Hudson and Kearns, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (b / w photo)
PNP314576 Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (1872-1933)

Something must be done "Put it there!"(colour litho)
3105643 Something must be done " Put it there!" (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Something must be done " Put it there!")

Leaving the cricket pavilion to bat. 1893

Ticket, Banks Cricket Club Dinner, Bell Hotel, Leicester. 1892

Cricket match. 18th century

The Duke of Edinburgh meeting Cricketer Donald Bradman on 22nd April 1948 at the Public Schools Club on Piccadilly, London. Date: 1948

Australia beating England at cricket by three runs
An eventful cricket match in which England was beaten by Australia by three runs. This photograph shows Australia at the wickets; Trumper is receiving the bowling from Rhodes; Duff is the batsman at

Bobby Abel (1857 - 1936), nicknamed The Guv nor, was a Surrey and England opening batsman who was one of the most prolific run-getters in the early years of the County Championship Date: 1897

Wrathall and Board, cricketers
Harry Wrathall and Jack Board, Gloucestershire county cricketers who made 106 runs at the 10th wicket in a match against Surrey. 1899

S E Gregory, cricketer. circa 1897

Sir Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Jadeja, Indian ruler and cricketer
Sir Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Jadeja, Indian ruler of Nawanagar and Test cricketer. circa 1897

J T Brown, cricketer. 1897

J Tunnicliffe, cricketer. 1897

Schoolboy bowled out two adult cricketers
The schoolboy (C L Townsend) bowled out H B Steel and E C Hornby before a run was scored

A G Steel, cricketer. circa 1897

A C MacLaren, cricketer. circa 1897

Poster advertising the Test Match in Australia
Onslow Auctions Collection Date: 1932 - 1933

Struck Out (colour litho)
3105642 Struck Out (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Struck Out. Advertisement for Merchants Gargling Oil.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Jack Hobbs, 1926 (colour litho)
473545 Jack Hobbs, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Berry " Jack" Hobbs (1882-1963)

Women Playing Cricket, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
498442 Women Playing Cricket, c.1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Une Compagnie De Cricketeuses (engraving)
2783351 Une Compagnie De Cricketeuses (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Compagnie De Cricketeuses)

Plate 276. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950031 Plate 276. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20.3x36 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Wicked Wheezes. "Long Leg and Short Leg"(chromolitho)
3639301 Wicked Wheezes. " Long Leg and Short Leg" (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wicked Wheezes)

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"Batsman: The Masters of the Cricketing Art" From the iconic Sir Donald Bradman to the legendary W. G. Grace, batsmen have etched their names in cricketing history with their exceptional skills and unwavering determination. In 1953, as Compton and Edrich left the Oval pitch, they were hailed for their remarkable partnership that led England to victory against Australia. Their elegant strokes and strategic gameplay showcased why they were considered some of the finest batsmen of their time. But this artistry dates back even further, to a Victorian cricket match in the 19th century where players like Ks Ranjitsinhji and C. B. Fry mesmerized spectators with their impeccable technique and grace under pressure. Denis Compton's prowess was not limited to one occasion; he astounded crowds at Hastings with his ability to dominate any bowling attack that came his way. His fluid strokeplay made him an icon of English cricket. Cricket at Blackheath witnessed many battles between bat and ball, where skilled batsmen displayed both power and precision in equal measure. It was here that true masters emerged from obscurity, leaving a lasting impact on the game. W. G. Grace remains synonymous with greatness in cricketing circles. With his imposing figure at the crease, he revolutionized batting techniques while amassing records that still stand today. His dedication towards perfecting his craft set new standards for future generations. A black-and-white photograph captures William Gilbert Grace's intensity during a match in 1888 - a testament to how seriously these pioneers took their role as custodians of this noble sport. Even amidst uncertain times such as County Cricket Match in 1939, when Gover of Surrey claimed a wicket, it highlighted how crucial each run scored by these talented batsmen could be for their teams' success or failure. Batsmen are more than just players; they embody skillful artistry, mental fortitude, and the ability to adapt to any situation.