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"Paume: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step into the world of paume, a game that has captivated hearts for centuries
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"Paume: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step into the world of paume, a game that has captivated hearts for centuries. From the historic Real Tennis courts in Paris to the dusty roads of 1930s America, this captivating sport has left its mark on diverse landscapes. In black and white, a traveller with his rucksack walks along the side of an American road in 1930. Little does he know that across the ocean, in Paris, real tennis is being played passionately by skilled athletes. Le Vocabulaire Illustre showcases engravings alongside other ball games like tennis, highlighting their shared heritage. The Jeu de Paume interior at Versailles comes alive on canvas as oil strokes depict players immersed in intense matches during a bygone era. Fops and dandies from Napoleonic times engage in paume, showcasing both their elegance and love for this noble sport. Traveling back further to the 17th century brings us to longue paume - lawn tennis as we know it today. Witnessing its evolution through time becomes possible as we delve into the 18th-century depiction of real tennis - an ancestor to modern-day versions. As we step onto Champs Elysees during the 19th century, we are greeted by scenes of lively matches taking place amidst bustling crowds. The game's popularity spreads far beyond Europe's borders; even Indiens Choctaws can be seen playing paume in engravings from distant lands. But not all depictions revolve around joyous play; history intertwines with paume too. The Tennis Court Oath engraving reminds us of how this sport became intertwined with politics during pivotal moments such as these. And finally, gazing upon Vue du Louvre et de l'hôtel de Bourbon en 1576 transports us back to where it all began – when paume was just emerging as a beloved pastime.