High Jump Collection

The first National Skateboard Show opened at the Royal Horticultural Halls, Westminster on 13th February 1976. Mike Williams demonstrates the high jump with the skateboard

A man works in his high bar skills at sunset in the Venice Beach area of Los Angeles, California, U.S. November 12, 2019. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri

Clumsy Jump
25th February 1926: Jesus College student A R le Fleming competing in a high jump event. (Photo by MacGregor/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

A Curious Specimen of Instantaneous Photography, 1888. Creator: Unknown
A Curious Specimen of Instantaneous Photography, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Hestrie Cloete High Jump World Athletics Championships Stade De France, St Denis, Paris, France 31 August 2003 Date: 31 August 2003

Nicola Ciotti Mens High Jump Mens High Jump Athens, Greece 20 August 2004 Date: 20 August 2004

Karin Ruckstuhl Womens Heptathlon Womens Heptathlon Athens, Greece 19 August 2004 Date: 19 August 2004

Kajsa Bergquist High Jump 25 August 1999 Date: 25 August 1999

Svetlana Lapina High Jump 26 August 1999 Date: 26 August 1999

Inga Babakova High Jump 26 August 1999 Date: 26 August 1999

Mark Boswell High Jump 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Austin Charles High Jump 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

High Jump High Jump 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Dalton Grant High Jump 15 August 1997 Date: 15 August 1997

Javier Sotomayor High Jump, World Champs 1995 01 September 1995 Date: 01 September 1995

The Human Figure in Motion: Some phases of a standing high-jump (b / w photo)
6010222 The Human Figure in Motion: Some phases of a standing high-jump (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some phases of a standing high-jump)

Plate 152. Jumping; Running Straight High Jump (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950296 Plate 152. Jumping; Running Straight High Jump (Shoes), 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 15.9x46.8 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama, Spring Meeting, 1876 (engraving)
1616008 Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama, Spring Meeting, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amateur Athletic Association of Yokohama)

The Oxford and Cambridge Sports, Swanwicks High Jump (b / w photo)
1604638 The Oxford and Cambridge Sports, Swanwicks High Jump (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge Sports, Swanwicks High Jump)

The International Amateur Athletic Sports at Stamford Bridge (b / w photo)
1599930 The International Amateur Athletic Sports at Stamford Bridge (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Oxford and Cambridge v Harvard and Yale, the Competing Teams (b / w photo)
1042849 Oxford and Cambridge v Harvard and Yale, the Competing Teams (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Civil Service Sports at Lillie Bridge (engraving)
1616393 Civil Service Sports at Lillie Bridge (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Civil Service Sports at Lillie Bridge)

Amateur Athletic Championships at Birmingham (engraving)
1616424 Amateur Athletic Championships at Birmingham (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amateur Athletic Championships at Birmingham)

The Civil Service Athletic Sports, Mr H T Bells High Jump, 5 feet 6 1 / 2 inches (engraving)
1614979 The Civil Service Athletic Sports, Mr H T Bells High Jump, 5 feet 6 1/2 inches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Military Athletic Sports at the Camp, Aldershott (engraving)
1589568 Military Athletic Sports at the Camp, Aldershott (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Military Athletic Sports at the Camp, Aldershott)

The Oxford and Cambridge Sports (b / w photo)
1605210 The Oxford and Cambridge Sports (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oxford and Cambridge Sports)

A Curious Specimen of Instantaneous Photography (engraving)
1041401 A Curious Specimen of Instantaneous Photography (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Curious Specimen of Instantaneous Photography, Mr Kelly)

The leap in height without a pole (engraving)
3657044 The leap in height without a pole (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The leap in height without a pole)

The Inter-University Sports at Queens Club, 21 March (b / w photo)
1629507 The Inter-University Sports at Queens Club, 21 March (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inter-University Sports at Queens Club, 21 March)

Our American Visitors, the Yale Athletic Team (b / w photo)
1047957 Our American Visitors, the Yale Athletic Team (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our American Visitors, the Yale Athletic Team)

The Oxford and Yale Universities Athletic Sports at the Queens Club Grounds, West Kensington
1107493 The Oxford and Yale Universities Athletic Sports at the Queens Club Grounds, West Kensington, the Yale Team (b/w photo) by English photographer

Daley Thompson leaps over the high jump on his way to winning the Decathlon Gold medal in the 1983 World Championships in Athletics. Helsinki, Finland. 12th August 1983

High jumping for girls at London sports event in connection with a garden-party and fete organised by the St. Barnabas Swimming Club in aid of their church institute. Upton Park

The Nuns Olympics. The nuns high jump, an attempt by David Cannon. They didn t have quite the organisation, perhaps, of the Munich Olympics

Geoff Elliot seen here competing and winning the high jump at the universities athletic competition at White City. 1st May 1950

1980 Olympic Games at the Central Lenin Stadium in Moscow, Soviet Union. Great Britains Daley Thompson clears the high jump during the Mens decathlon event in which he won the gold medal

Olympic Games 1976 Rosemarie Ackermann (East Germany) Gold Medallist in the high jump with a new Olympic Record of 1 metre 93 cm August 1976 76 4463 20L

1948 Olympic Games A competitor in the high jump at Wembley Stadium during the London 1948 Olympic Games. 30th July 1948

W. B. Page, High Jump, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen &
W.B. Page, High Jump, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Ethel Catherwood of Canada, world champion high jumper, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Ethel Catherwood of Canada, world champion high jumper, 1928. Ethel Catherwood (1908-1987) won a gold medal in the womens High Jump at the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam

Different stages of athelete performing Fosbury Flop

Sequence of illustrations showing female athlete performing high jump

W. B Page High Jump World Champions Series 2 N29
Artokoloro

W. B Page High Jump World Champions Second Series
Artokoloro

Trouts swimming upstream against the current

Illustration of children competing in various disciplines at sports event

Athlete, 44 years, high jumping, Winterbach, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Dogs jumping over miniature high jump bar

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"Reaching New Heights: The Evolution of High Jump" The first National Skateboard Show opened at the Royal Horticultural Halls, but it was not just skateboarding that captured the attention of thrill-seekers. A man works on his high bar skills at sunset in the vibrant Venice Beach area of Los Angeles, showcasing the determination and dedication required to excel in this awe-inspiring sport. However, not all attempts are graceful as a clumsy jump reminds us that even the most skilled athletes encounter challenges along their journey. This moment is reminiscent of an intriguing photograph from 1888, where an unknown creator captured a curious specimen of instantaneous photography depicting a high jumper mid-air. Throughout history, numerous talented individuals have left their mark on high jump. From Hestrie Cloete's record-breaking leaps to Nicola Ciotti's impeccable technique, each athlete brings their unique flair to this captivating discipline. Karin Ruckstuhl's precision and Kajsa Bergquist's agility further demonstrate how diverse styles can achieve greatness. Svetlana Lapina's gracefulness and Inga Babakova's power showcase different approaches to conquering gravity in this exhilarating event. Mark Boswell embodies perseverance while Austin Charles exemplifies finesse – both leaving spectators in awe with their incredible performances. As we delve into the world of high jump, we witness its evolution through time – from humble beginnings at skateboard shows to becoming a globally recognized athletic pursuit. With each leap towards new heights, these athletes continue pushing boundaries and inspiring future generations to soar above limitations. So next time you witness someone defying gravity with elegance or stumble upon an old photograph capturing a fleeting moment suspended in air - remember those who have come before them.