Polo Pony Collection

Rugby Polo Clubs Tournament at Spring Hill, Rugby Miss Bunty Balding, a clever lady player and Captain Thomas 1931

Ladies Polo Players at Spring Hill, Rugby Miss Bunty Balding 26 August 1931

Polo grounds, West Point, N.Y. The, between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Polo grounds, West Point, N.Y. The, between 1900 and 1920

Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo, 1916

Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo, 1916

Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo, 1916

Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo, 1916

Polo - Army Polo, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo - Army Polo, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo - Army Polo, 1913

Horse Show - Legare, Hugh, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Show - Legare, Hugh, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Horse Show. Legare, Hugh, 1911

Horse Shows - Hugh Leagare, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Shows - Hugh Leagare, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Horse Shows. Hugh Leagare, 1911

'The Home of Polo - Natives of Manipur playing the National Game, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The Home of Polo - Natives of Manipur playing the National Game, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo. Army Polo, 1912. [USA]

Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo. Army Polo, 1912. [USA]

Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Polo. Army Polo, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Polo. Army Polo, 1912. [USA]

Horse Shows - Hugh Legare On Red Bird, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Shows - Hugh Legare On Red Bird, 1912
Horse Shows. Hugh Legare On Red Bird, 1912

Horse Shows - Unidentified Men, Mtd. Or Hurdling, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Shows - Unidentified Men, Mtd
Horse Shows - Unidentified Men, Mtd. Or Hurdling, 1911

Tartars Playing Polo, early 18th century. Creator: Kano Eisen in Furunobu
Tartars Playing Polo, early 18th century. Edo period (1615-1868)

A Polo Game: Page from a Kulliyyat (Collected Works) of Sa di, Safavid dynasty, c. 1585
A Polo Game: Page from a Kulliyyat (Collected Works) of Sa di, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722), 16th century, c. 1585

Sketches on Horseback (chromolitho)
1044740 Sketches on Horseback (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on Horseback)

Episodes in the Career of a Polo Pony (engraving)
1061947 Episodes in the Career of a Polo Pony (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Episodes in the Career of a Polo Pony)

Despite heavy responsibilities the favourite game of polo could not be neglected, c1930s, (1945). From Winston Churchill: His Life in Pictures, by Ben Tucker. [Sagall Press, Ltd. London, 1945]

Playng Polo for Lords v Commons, c1930 (1937). The Duke of York taking part in the House of Lords versus House of Commons polo match at the Ranelagh Club for the Harrington Challenge Cup

Polo in Persia in the 10th century (1938). The white horse has been dyed with red henna. Found in the collection of the British Museum

Polo in Thibet, 19th century(?)

Final of the Ranelagh Open Cup, Ranelagh, London, 1926-1927. Spectators watching a polo match. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I

Game of polo, 1888. Artist: Stanley L Wood
Game of polo, 1888

The Southdown Ladies Polo Club at the Royal Artillery ground at Preston Park, Brighton, Sussex. Miss D Arcy Defries 1933

Polo. 1935

Chasing down the ball in a Polo match. 1935

Polo at Hurlingham. The Social Clubs cup final took place between Bucks Club A and Bucks Club B, resulting in a win for the latter

Polo at Tidworth. Lord Dalmeny for the English team. 1921

Polo at Ranelagh Los Puarats versus Panthers Mrs and Commander Warren and Sir Roger Keyes ( right ) 20 June 1931

Polo at The Hurlingham Club, London - Lord Dalmeny 9 June 1923

Argentine Polo Practice at Neasden Left to right Mr Nelson, ( No 2 ), J R Miles ( No 1 ) and D VB Miles 17 April 1922

Argentine Polo Practice at Neasden Argentine Polo team, Mr L L Lacey, Captain 15 April 1922

Polo at Roehampton, Early Risers Lord Beatty

At the Ranelagh Club, the final of the Kings Coronation Cup polo match - Captain TJ Roark on his polo pony. 17July 1929

Ranelagh Polo club - M Battery R H A, - left to right, Captain C J McKay, Mr A C Elton, Mr R Mews, Captain Earle 4 May 1929

Hurlingham- Texas Rangers versus Jaguars in Champion Cup Final Texas Rangers ( Winners ), Left to right - C B Wrightsman, Cecil Smith, Aidan Roark and E H Tyrrell Martin 25 June 1938

Polo at Hurlingham Club, London - Sir Charles Lowther

County Polo at Ranelagh C team, left to right A David, Maharejah of Jaipur, Captain E O Crosfield and H C Hope Murray 18 July 1930

Miss Kathrine Foot, who although 80 years of age is still an enthsiastic polo player, and is here seen ejoying practice on the ground of the equestrian club Ham Common 9 May 1933

Polo at the Hurlingham Club - Major FW Barratt, no. 2 in the English Polo team. 19 May 1921

County Polo at Ranelagh The Maharajah of Jaipur in play 18 July 1930

Polo at The Hurlingham Club, London -

Ranelagh Polo club - Hurricanes versus Pilgrims Captain Maurice Kingscote, Mrs and Major H E Lyons 25 May 1929

Ranelagh Polo club - H J Sutton, Stanley Barton, Captain R R Smart, Captain Hon Lionel Lambert, Major Js Mason ( Hon Polo Manager ), Captain C M Barton

Argentine Polo Practice at Neasden M A M Pena 15 April 1922

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"Polo Pony: A Timeless Equestrian Companion" In the heart of Spring Hill, Rugby, the prestigious Rugby Polo Clubs Tournament took place. Amongst the exhilarating matches and skilled players, one name stood out - Miss Bunty Balding. This clever lady player showcased her remarkable talent on the field, leaving spectators in awe. On that memorable day of 26th August 1931, ladies polo players gathered at Spring Hill in Rugby to demonstrate their prowess. Miss Bunty Balding's grace and finesse were unmatched as she galloped across the field with sheer determination. Polo has a rich history dating back centuries. In a captivating page from Sa di's Kulliyyat (Collected Works) during the Safavid dynasty around 1585, a vivid depiction of a thrilling polo game emerged. The sketches on horseback further illustrated this ancient sport's enduring popularity. Even amidst heavy responsibilities, polo remained an irresistible passion for many. As captured in an enchanting photograph from the 1940s, individuals couldn't neglect their favorite game despite demanding commitments. The allure of polo transcended borders and cultures throughout history. From Tartars playing polo in early 18th-century Persia to its presence in Tibet during the 19th century - this equestrian pursuit united people worldwide through shared enthusiasm for this exhilarating sport. Closer to home, Lords v Commons clashed on the field in a spirited match captured by cameras circa 1930-1937. The intensity and rivalry between these two distinguished groups added another layer of excitement to an already enthralling spectacle. Looking back even further into time reveals fascinating glimpses into how polo evolved over centuries past. Persian manuscripts depict scenes from tenth-century Polo games while an artwork by Stanley L Wood transports us to a vibrant game played in 1888 - both showcasing how this timeless sport has captivated generations throughout history.