Cricket Ball Collection

Cricket at The Oval c1855
A cricket match taking place at The Oval cricket ground in Kennington, London. The Oval is the home of Surrey County Cricket Club and was the first ground in England to host a test match in 1880

Victorian Cricket Match, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a bowler bowling out a batsman during a cricket match, at Lords cricket ground between Oxford and Cambridge. c.1870

Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). A game of cricket being played at Finsbury (now in north London)

Childhood
MAL48993 Childhood by Smith, Ludvig August (1820-1906); Private Collection; eMallett Gallery, London, UK; Danish, out of copyright

Luffey, from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465737 Luffey, from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Victorian die-cut shape good luck card of two cricket bats, a wicket and a cricket ball
3605832 A Victorian die-cut shape good luck card of two cricket bats, a wicket and a cricket ball, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Mike Watkinson and David Lloyd (right) at the Lancashire cricket club. 12th April 1995

Andrew Flintoff England Cricketer 14th May 1999

Entrance to the Playing Fields, c1870. Eton College independent boarding school in Berkshire, England, was founded in 1440 by King Henry VI. From " Picturesque Europe - The British Isles, Vol

John Wisden, c1850s. Creator: Unknown
John Wisden, c1850s. Portrait of English cricketer John Wisden (1826-1884), founder of " Wisden Cricketers Almanack", at Lords cricket ground in London

A. P. Freeman (Kent), 1928. Creator: Unknown
A. P. Freeman (Kent), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

M. W. Tate (Sussex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
M. W. Tate (Sussex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Well played! - a sketch at a ladies cricket match, 1890. Artist: Edward Frederick Brewtnall
Well played! - a sketch at a ladies cricket match, 1890. A print from The Graphic, 20 September 1890

Eton v Harrow at Lord s: A Boundary Hit, late 19th or early 20th century(?). Artist: Anglo
Eton v Harrow at Lord s: A Boundary Hit, late 19th or early 20th century(?)

The Lords against all England, The political drama, 19th century. Or a slap-up match between the Tories for curruption, and the Whigs for Reform, at the Lords Cricket ground

Miss Wicket and MissTrigger, c1778 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

In Battersea Park, 1911. An example of Darwinism in everday life. A nursemaid wheeling Master Jones, son of a famous cricketer, in his pram in Battersea Park, London

Birthday card featuring two boys playing cricket

Cricket ball, cross-section

Cricket-Sri-Ban-Sport
Bangladesh cricketer catches a ball during a practice session at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on March 1, 2017 ahead of a Test series in Sri Lanka. AFP PHOTO / LAKRUWAN WANNIARACHCHI

Illustration of cricket players

Canadian cricketers at the Oval cricket ground, London. Mr C R Somerville, the Canadian crack batsman, making a boundary hit against the Free Foresters at The Oval. 10 August 1922

Cricket-ball Hakea - fruits; with Common Catspaw Anigozanthos humilis, in spring in Kwongan heath in Alexander Morrison
ROG-13831 Cricket-ball Hakea - fruits; with Common Catspaw Anigozanthos humilis, in spring Kwongan heath in Alexander Morrison National Park

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"Unveiling the Timeless Charm of the Cricket Ball: A Journey through History" Step back in time to witness cricket's evolution, as we delve into captivating moments captured by renowned artists and photographers. From the iconic Cricket at The Oval in 1855 to a Victorian match in the 19th century, these images transport us to an era where gentlemen donned their whites with pride. Intriguingly, we stumble upon a snapshot from London's Artillery Ground in 1785, showcasing how this beloved sport has thrived for centuries. Fast forward to 1947, an enigmatic creator captures a scene that encapsulates the essence of cricket - its players engrossed in a game that transcends time. Childhood memories flood our minds as we encounter Luffey from Charles Dickens' Pickwick Papers. This colorful lithograph reminds us of carefree days spent playing cricket with friends under sunny skies. A Victorian good luck card featuring two bats, a wicket, and a perfectly stitched cricket ball takes center stage next. Its die-cut shape serves as a reminder of the meticulous craftsmanship behind this essential piece of equipment. As we approach c1870, an inviting entrance beckons us towards hallowed playing fields where dreams are realized and legends are born. John Wisden himself makes an appearance during his heyday in the mid-1800s – forever immortalized by an unknown artist who recognized his impact on the game. Moving closer to modern times but still steeped in nostalgia, portraits capture A. P Freeman (Kent) and M. W Tate (Sussex) proudly displaying their skills on the pitch. These glimpses into their lives remind us that cricket is not just about matches but also about individuals who dedicate themselves to perfecting their craft. Finally, Edward Frederick Brewtnall's sketch transports us to a ladies' match in 1890 – breaking barriers and proving that cricket knows no bounds.