Lawn Bowling Collection

A group of men during a game of bowls Incisa in Val D'Arno. Date of Photograph:21/05/1950

Bowlers in Flavigny
3566489 Bowlers in Flavigny by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Flavigny, France 1896 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence.

A group of bowlers during a game. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

A game of bocce ball along the seaside. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

A bocce match (kind of bowls), Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1937

The bowling. Date of Photograph:1936

Playing bowls with giant balls; Photo studio Florence. Date of Photograph:1931

Two allegorical low reliefs showing putti, called "Il gioco delle bocce" (The boccia ball game) and "La musica" (Music)

Game of bocce (b / w photo)
1250186 Game of bocce (b/w photo) by Alinari Vittorio (1859-1932); (add.info.: Alinari Vittorio (1859-1932) Tuscany, Italy); Fratelli Alinari Museum Collections, Florence, Italy

Player in bowling lane, ball moving towards bowling pins

5-pin bowling lane

Good Wood Madam
8th July 1939: A lawn bowler raises her hands in satisfaction at a throw. Original Publication: Picture Post - 175 - Good Wood, Madam - pub. 1939 (Photo by Picture Post/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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"Lawn Bowling: A Timeless Game of Skill and Strategy" Step onto the green and witness a captivating sight - a group of bowlers engaged in an intense game. The air is filled with excitement as each player carefully aims their ball towards the target, hoping for a perfect shot. Along the picturesque seaside, bocce enthusiasts gather to enjoy a friendly match. The sound of laughter mingles with crashing waves, creating an idyllic atmosphere for this traditional Italian pastime. A postcard arrives from afar, sent by a photographer capturing the essence of lawn bowling. Addressed to Vincenzo Balocchi, it showcases the beauty and camaraderie found within this beloved sport. In another corner of town, a group of men engage in an animated game of bowls. Their focused expressions reveal their determination to outwit opponents and claim victory on this hallowed ground. Known simply as 'The Bowling, ' this age-old activity transcends generations and cultures. It brings people together under blue skies or within cozy indoor arenas, fostering bonds that withstand time's passage. Inside a photo studio, giant balls are rolled across polished floors as players test their skills amidst flashes of light. This whimsical twist on traditional lawn bowling adds an element of fun and spectacle to the game. In Florence's enchanting streets stands Luigi Frullini's sculptural masterpiece - two allegorical low reliefs depicting "Il gioco delle bocce" (The boccia ball game) and "La musica" (Music). These artworks immortalize both the physicality and artistic allure inherent in lawn bowling. A vintage black-and-white photograph captures the intensity etched on players' faces during a gripping game of bocce. Each frame tells stories untold but felt deeply by those who have experienced the thrill firsthand. Onlookers marvel at a player gracefully gliding down the bowling lane while his ball hurtles towards pins with precision.