Billard Collection

English dandies leaving English hustlers in a pool hall. Life in a Billiard Room
FLO4686826 English dandies leaving English hustlers in a pool hall. Life in a Billiard Room, or Dick Wildfire and Squire Jenkins au fait (awake) to the Parisian Sharpers

Bilard Sport Art 2
Justyna Jaszke

Bilard Sport Art 1
Justyna Jaszke

Tennis Racquets and Billiard Cues, from the Encyclopedia
STC172925 Tennis Racquets and Billiard Cues, from the Encyclopedia by Denis Diderot (1713-84), engraved by Robert Benard (b.1734), published c.1770 (engraving) by Lucotte

The game of ground billiards, 16th century. Men use clubs to hit balls between hoops, in a mix of billiards, golf and croquet

Cafe Bauer on Rossplatz, Leipzig, Germany - containing gaming rooms and billard room. Date: circa 1905

The circle of the republican union: members of the republican union met at the cafe to
JLJ4563696 The circle of the republican union: members of the republican union met at the cafe to chat, play billiards at the time of the 3rd Republic. Anonymous painting, 1870. Dim 0.56 x 0.73

Charles Vignaux, Billard, 1845 (b / w photo)
5201798 Charles Vignaux, Billard, 1845 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Vignaux, Billard, 1845)

Louis Cure, Billard, 1869 (b / w photo)
5201797 Louis Cure, Billard, 1869 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Cure, Billard, 1869)

Paul Cinquevalli (1859 1918), German entertainer whose speciality juggling act was popular, known as (King of the Jugglers), who could catch a cannon ball on his neck

Catholic Royalist Album cartes-de-visite C Basset
Catholic Royalist Album of cartes-de-visite; C. Basset (French, active Rouen, France 1860s - 1870s), A. Billard (French, active 1870s), Vallette (French, active Paris, France 1870s), et al; France

Market Place, Zwolle, Overijssel, Netherlands
View of the Market Place in Zwolle, Overijssel, Netherlands, with Cafe Billard. The church is Our Lady of the Ascension, whose tower is called the Peperbus (Pepper Pot) for obvious reasons

Charles Michel Billard
CHARLES MICHEL BILLARD French medical, who died aged only 32. Date: 1800 - 1832

Louis XIV playing billiards with his brother, Monsieur, his nephew the duc de Chartres
XIR191356 Louis XIV playing billiards with his brother, Monsieur, his nephew the duc de Chartres, his son, the Comte de Toulouse and other relatives and courtiers, the duc de Vendome

Rue d l Eglise - Jouy-le-Chatel, France. The message on the reverse of this card is rather fun: " Punctured! Hence lunching at gorgeous hotel depicted! Love, J" Date: 1914

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"Billard: A Timeless Sport of Skill and Precision" Billard, also known as the game of ground billiards, has a rich history that spans centuries. Originating in the 16th century, this sport has evolved into an art form that captivates enthusiasts worldwide. One cannot discuss billard without mentioning its iconic figures. Paul Cinquevalli, a renowned performer from Leipzig, Germany, mesmerized audiences with his incredible trick shots at Cafe Bauer on Rossplatz. His mastery over the cue ball left spectators in awe and inspired generations to push the boundaries of this beloved game. The Netherlands holds a special place in billard's history. The Market Place in Zwolle, Overijssel witnessed countless matches between skilled players wielding Tennis Racquets and Billiard Cues. This unique variation showcased both athleticism and finesse. As we delve deeper into its origins, we stumble upon Charles Vignaux's captivating photograph titled "Billard" from 1845. This black-and-white image transports us back to a time when billard was enjoyed by gentlemen clad in waistcoats and top hats. Another striking photograph is Louis Cure's "Billard" from 1869 which further immortalizes this timeless sport. These images serve as reminders of how deeply ingrained billard is within our cultural heritage. Charles Michel Billard himself played an instrumental role in popularizing the sport during his time. His dedication to promoting billards led to its growth across various communities around the world. Today, Bilard Sport Art 1 and Bilard Sport Art 2 continue to showcase the beauty of this sport through their artistic expressions. Their creations capture not only the technical aspects but also convey emotions evoked by each stroke on green felt. From humble beginnings to becoming an international phenomenon, billards has united people under one common passion - competition fueled by camaraderie. It serves as a meeting point for members of republican unions, fostering a sense of community and shared experiences.