Roller Skater Collection

Place, 1881 (etching)
5864229 Place, 1881 (etching) by Klinger, Max (1857-1920); 31.8x48.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info)

At the Skating Rink (b / w photo)
3096250 At the Skating Rink (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Skating Rink)

Action, 1881 (etching)
5864228 Action, 1881 (etching) by Klinger, Max (1857-1920); 48.6x31.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: from the series Ein Handschuh (A Glove) 9 13/16 x 7 3/8 in

Woman falling at a skating rink (b / w photo)
3096246 Woman falling at a skating rink (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman falling at a skating rink)

New Years card with roller skaters (colour litho)
3093914 New Years card with roller skaters (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years card with roller skaters)

Place from Paraphrase on the Discovery of a Glove, pub. 1881, 1878 (washed Indian ink
XKH150641 Place from Paraphrase on the Discovery of a Glove, pub. 1881, 1878 (washed Indian ink and pen on paper) by Klinger, Max (1857-1920); 29x41.5 cm; On Loan to the Hamburg Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Postcard of Couple Roller Skating. ca. 1923, Roller Skating We use and recommend Chicago Roller Skates Lets Go

For Healths Sake, Roller Skate Postcard. 1950, For Healths Sake Roller Skate

ROLLER SKATES, 1896. English newspaper advertisement, 1896

ROLLER SKATING, 1885. A Belle On Rollers. Roller skating on an indoor rink in New York City. Wood engraving, 1885, after Thure de Thulstrup

Rollerskating couple
Rollerblading Posed artists from Grand Cirkus du Nord, 1910. 1910

SILENT FILM: LITTLE RASCALS. Jackie Condon, one of the stars of Our Gang, Little Rascals, c1924

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In the late 19th century, roller skating was all the rage. The Skating Rink of 1881, depicted in an etching, was a popular place for people to gather and enjoy this thrilling activity. A black and white photo captures the action of skaters gliding gracefully across the rink. However, not everyone had such luck on their wheels. Another black and white photo shows a woman taking a tumble at the skating rink, reminding us that even with practice, accidents can happen. Roller skating also found its way into New Year's celebrations. A vibrant colour litho depicts a festive scene with roller skaters on a greeting card from that era. The popularity of roller skating continued well into the early 20th century as shown by a postcard from around 1923 featuring a couple enjoying their time on wheels. Chicago Roller Skates were highly recommended during this period. Recognizing its health benefits, roller skating became synonymous with staying fit. Postcards from both 1950 and 1947 promote it as an activity "For Health's Sake, " emphasizing its positive impact on one's well-being. Even back in 1896, English newspapers advertised roller skates as must-have equipment for those who wanted to join in on this exhilarating pastime. Roller skating wasn't limited to just casual fun; it also made appearances in high society circles. An engraving from Thure de Thulstrup showcases an elegant belle gracefully rolling through an indoor rink in New York City in 1885. From then until now, couples have enjoyed sharing moments together while gliding side by side on their rollerskates - creating memories that last a lifetime.