Tennis Racquet Collection

Couple on tennis court, woman jumping in foreground

Couple jumping on tennis court, smiling

Martina Hingis during her tennis match at Wimbledon

Miss E. Moore, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Miss E. Moore, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Elisabeth "Bessie" Holmes Moore (1876-1959), a young tennis champion who won her first U.S. title in 1896.

Children's clothing 1890. Creator: Lefranco
Children's clothing 1890. Fashion plate No. 972 in Le Salon de la Mode et du Costume Paris, 1890

Mrs. J. Upshur Morehead, Tennis Tournament, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. J. Upshur Morehead, Tennis Tournament, 1913

Miss Martha Wyeth - Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Miss Martha Wyeth - Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913

Miss Frances Lippett Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Miss Frances Lippett Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913

Miss Frances Lippett Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Miss Frances Lippett Playing in Tennis Tournament, 1913

Mrs. J. Upshur Morehead, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. J. Upshur Morehead, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Mrs. J. Upshur Morehead, 1913

T.R. Pell, Playing Tennis, 1917. Creator: Unknown
T.R. Pell, Playing Tennis, 1917

Teacher's Tennis Club, 1915. Creator: Unknown
Teacher's Tennis Club, 1915

Portrait of Nat King Cole, New York, N.Y.(?), 1938. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Nat King Cole, New York, N.Y.(?), 1938

Miss Desha Allen - Tennis Tournament, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Miss Desha Allen - Tennis Tournament, 1913
Miss Desha Allen - Tennis Tournament, 1913

Miss Eva Baker, Tennis Tournament, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Miss Eva Baker, Tennis Tournament, 1912
Miss Eva Baker, Tennis Tournament, 1912

Portrait of Marie-Louise Flygare (g. Lundberg) in Persia 1913-14. Creator: Harald Lundberg
Portrait of Marie-Louise Flygare (g. Lundberg) in Persia 1913-14. She is dressed in a light dress and sun hat and is holding a tennis racket

Person serving tennis ball, X-ray

Children's clothing 1890. Fashion plate No. 972 in Le Salon de la Mode et du Costume Paris, 1890

V. G. Kirby - Backhand Volley, c1935. Creator: Unknown
V. G. Kirby - Backhand Volley, c1935. From Tennis - An Album of Famous Players in Action, by Gordon R. Weddell. [John Player & Sons, , c1935]

Two lawn tennis costumes for October, 1905. A print from The Girls Own Annual, 30 September 1905. (Colorised black and white print)

Fred Perry, 1934. Artist: London News Agency
Fred Perry, 1934. A print from Wimbledon Story, by Norah Gordon Cleather, Sporting Handbooks Ltd, London, 1947. (Colorised black and white print)

Rosi Feist Lawn Tennis Club
Rosi Feist

Tennis 80s
Rosi Feist

The Lawn Tennis Championship Match at Wimbledon, 1888. Creator: Arthur Hopkins
The Lawn Tennis Championship Match at Wimbledon, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Sticker for the American Tennis Association owned by Althea Gibson, late 20th century
In 1956 Althea Gibson (1927-2003) became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title (the French Championships). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the US Nationals

Marthe Regnier, French actress. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786049 Marthe Regnier, French actress. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by de Losques, Daniel (Thouroude) (1880-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marthe Regnier, French actress)

A gentleman holding a tennis racket, 1583 (litho)
3098539 A gentleman holding a tennis racket, 1583 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A gentleman holding a tennis racket, 1583)

Woman with a tennis racquet (b / w photo)
3094374 Woman with a tennis racquet (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman with a tennis racquet)

Poster advertising the Casino des Fleurs, Cannes in Winter, 1892 (colour litho)
CHT177013 Poster advertising the Casino des Fleurs, Cannes in Winter, 1892 (colour litho) by Brun, Emmanuel (fl.1892) (after); Bibliotheque-Musee Forney, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French

The Honorable John Neville Manners (oil on canvas)
2975699 The Honorable John Neville Manners (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 127x81 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

England (chromolitho)
2815895 England (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: England. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Honorable John Neville Manners (oil on canvas)
PNH356904 The Honorable John Neville Manners (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 127x81 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; English

Advertisement for Hart, Schaffner & Marx Clothes, pub. 1900 (colour litho)
2652863 Advertisement for Hart, Schaffner & Marx Clothes, pub. 1900 (colour litho) by Penfield, Edward (1866-1925); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

The Young Civilians Toilet, plate 1 from Anglo Indians, engraved by J
STC86300 The Young Civilians Toilet, plate 1 from Anglo Indians, engraved by J. Bouvier, 1842 (litho) by Tayler, William (1808-92) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Tennis racquet and frame used by Althea Gibson, mid-late 20th century. Creator: Unknown
In 1956 Althea Gibson (1927-2003) became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title (the French Championships). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the US Nationals

Tennis racket cover used by Althea Gibson, ca. 1960. Creator: Wilson Sporting Goods Co
In 1956 Althea Gibson (1927-2003) became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title (the French Championships). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the US Nationals

Tennis, 1920. Creator: George Wesley Bellows
Tennis, 1920

Patch for the International Lawn Tennis Club of the United States, 1980. Creator: Unknown
In 1956 Althea Gibson (1927-2003) became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title (the French Championships). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the US Nationals

Mens Singles Semi-Finals, Britains Fred Perry in Centre Court action against Jack Crawford from Australia. Fred Perry won the match, 6-2, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, and went on to win Wimbledon that year, 1935

The Windsor Tennis Club, Newcastle, in 1890

Racquets at the ready, members of South Boldon Lawn Tennis Club in 1891

Rod Laver

Rod Laver on the centre court at Wimbledon 1962 Championships

Rod Laver WTC

Rod Laver at Open Tennis Bournmouth April 1968

Dr. James Dwight, Lawn Tennis Champion North of England 1885, from Worlds Champions, Series 2 (N29) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Tennis, from Worlds Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

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"Capturing the Timeless Joy of Tennis: A Journey through History and Passion" In a picturesque tennis court, a couple engages in an exhilarating match. The woman's exuberance is palpable as she leaps into the air, her radiant smile mirroring that of her partner. Their shared love for this timeless sport unites them in perfect harmony. The scene shifts to Wimbledon, where legendary Martina Hingis showcases her remarkable skills during a riveting match. Her graceful movements and unwavering determination captivate spectators, leaving them in awe of her talent. Traveling back in time to the Rosi Feist Lawn Tennis Club, we witness players donning vintage tennis attire from the 80s. The vibrant colors and retro fashion choices add an element of nostalgia to their game, reminding us of the enduring charm of this beloved sport. A glimpse into history reveals V. G. Kirby executing a flawless backhand volley with his trusty racquet circa 1935. Though the creator remains unknown, their artistry immortalizes Kirby's skillful technique for generations to admire. Fast-forwarding further to October 1905, two lawn tennis costumes emerge as fashionable ensembles fit for both style and functionality on the court. These designs reflect how even early on, tennis was not just about athleticism but also about making a statement through one's appearance. Fred Perry takes center stage next - his triumphant victory at Wimbledon in 1934 captured by London News Agency artistically portrays his dominance on grass courts. Perry's legacy endures as he becomes synonymous with excellence in tennis history. Delving deeper into Wimbledon's past brings us face-to-face with Arthur Hopkins' depiction of "The Lawn Tennis Championship Match" held way back in 1888. This mesmerizing artwork transports us back to an era when this prestigious tournament first began shaping legends within its hallowed grounds.