Ju Jitsu Collection

The Suffragette that knew Jiu-Jitsu - The Arrest. A crowd of terrified Policemen look on in trepidation at a lone suffragette, her sleeves rolled up, ready to take on all-comers

Moderne. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101414 Moderne. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moderne)

The Ju Jitsu Waltz comes to the Gaiety. Date: 1907

Congressional ju-jitsu. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786239 Congressional ju-jitsu. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Braun, Ludwig (1836-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Congressional ju-jitsu)

A session of ju-jitsu in the chamber. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786238 A session of ju-jitsu in the chamber. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Braun, Ludwig (1836-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: A session of ju-jitsu in the chamber)

Illustrations of Ju-jitsu (b / w photo)
6013481 Illustrations of Ju-jitsu (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrations of Ju-jitsu)

A demonstration of Ju-Jitsu (colour litho)
3097552 A demonstration of Ju-Jitsu (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A demonstration of Ju-Jitsu. Une Seance De Jiu-Jitsu)

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Jiu-Jitsu: The Art of Gentle Victory, a martial art rooted in ancient Japanese traditions, gained global recognition in the early 20th century. From the Suffragette who mastered its techniques to defend herself, to the Ju Jitsu Waltz entertaining audiences at the Gaiety Theatre, this martial art captured the imagination of the world. Congressional sessions even featured demonstrations of its effectiveness, as depicted in Le Rire magazine. Illustrations and photographs showcased its unique moves, such as the Aikido-like throws and joint locks, making Jiu-Jitsu a symbol of strength, agility, and resilience.