Wrestler Collection (page 12)

SCHWINGFEST, 1871. A competition wrestling match, the national game of the Swiss cantons. Wood engraving

SUMO WRESTLING, 1868. Sumo wrestling competition at Osaka, Japan. Wood engraving from an English newspaper

The wrestler Arakuma of the East Side. Print shows sumo wrestler Arakuma, full-length portrait, standing, facing left. Date ca. 1847

The sumo wrestler Zogahana Nadagoro. Print shows Zogahana Nadagoro, full-length portrait, standing, facing left, wearing striped robe. Date between 1844 and 1848

The sumo wrestler Kagamiiwa of the West Side. Print shows Kagamiiwa, a sumo wrestler, full-length portrait, standing, facing left, with a kimono draped over his shoulders. Date ca. 1847

The sumo wrestler Kagamiiwa Hamanosuke. Print shows Kagamiiwa Hamanosuke, sumo wrestler, full-length portrait, standing, facing left. Date between 1848 and 1854

The sumo wrestler Musashino Monta

The sumo wrestler Asashio Taro. Print shows Asashio Taro, a sumo wrestler, full-length portrait, standing, facing slightly left, wearing waist wrap with birds and bamboo motif

The wrestler Ichiriki of the East Side. Print shows sumo wrestler Ichiriki, full-length portrait, standing, facing left. Date ca. 1847

The sumo wrestler Somagahama Fuchiemon. Print shows sumo wrestler Somagahana Fuchiemon, full-length portrait, standing, facing slightly left, wearing robes with two swords. Date between 1848 and 1854

The Wrestler, Herculaneum, a fine statue, the Temple, London, England. Date: 1950s

CARTOON: COLLEGE ATHLETICS. Soc Et Tuum. American cartoon, 1896, by Louis Dalrymple, spoofing the rage for college athletics

GREECE: WRESTLERS. Wrestlers competing before a spectator and referee. Relief on base for statue

India - Native wrestlers
Native wrestlers practising in India

Tunisia - Wrestler at Aissaoua
A Wrestler drawing a crowd at Aissaoua, Tunisia. The throng behind the wrestler includes musicians, some local dignitaries and a European in a bowler hat

Turkish Wrestler (2 of 4)
A Turkish wrestler, Ryza Bey, lifts enormous dumbells whilst another strongman colleague sits on his shoulders. A series of cards (2 of 4) depicting a Turkish wrestler, juggler, weightlifter

Turkish Wrestler (4 of 4)
A Turkish wrestler, Ryza Bey, watches his assistant practising an acrobatic trick handstand on a chair surrounded by dumbells

Turkish Wrestler (3 of 4)
A Turkish wrestler, Ryza Bey, throwing knives. One knife is painted on the backdrop is if in mid-air! A series of cards (3 of 4) depicting a Turkish wrestler, juggler, weightlifter

Izmir (Smyrna) - Turkish Wrestlers
Wrestlers at Izmir, Turkey. Yagli gures (Turkish wrestling) is the Turkish national sport. It is commonly known as oil wrestling (sometimes as grease wrestling)

Izmir, Turkey - Wrestling match
A wrestling match between African and a Turkish professional wrestlers at Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - posted from the Russian Post office to Lyon from Smyrna by a French tourist

Merzifon, Turkey - Wrestling
Wrestling at the Annual Fair at Marsovan - former location of American School in Asia Minor. Known as Merzifon today. Capital of the Amasya Province in the central Black Sea region of Turkey

Japanese wrestler

Alpine wrestling competition, Unspunnen Bicentenary festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau region, Switzerland, Europe

Wrestling tournament, Naadam festival, Tov province, Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

Wrestlers at tournament, Naadam festival, Tov Province, Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

Picture of champion sumo wrestler, Tokyo City, Honshu Island, Japan, Asia

Sumo wrestlers competing, Grand Taikai Sumo Wrestling Tournament, Kokugikan Hall Stadium, Ryogoku district, Tokyo, Japan, Asia

Sumo wrestlers, Grand Taikai Sumo Wrestling Tournament, Kokugikan Hall Stadium, Ryogoku district, Tokyo, Japan, Asia

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"The Art of Wrestling: From Ancient Times to Modern Olympics" Step into the world of wrestling, where strength, skill, and showmanship collide. In this captivating journey through time, we explore the rich history and diverse cultures that have embraced this exhilarating sport. Our first stop takes us back to the late 19th century with "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" by A Gilbert. This mesmerizing artwork captures the intensity and physicality of wrestling as our protagonist grapples with a formidable opponent. Fast forward to 1972 in Munich, Germany, where Olympic glory was at stake. Dan Gable from the USA engages in an epic battle against Japan's Kikuo Wada during the Summer Olympics. The determination etched on their faces epitomizes the spirit of competition. Traveling across continents, we arrive in Cornwall for a historic wrestling match advertisement dating back to May 1839. Bolingey becomes a hub of excitement as spectators gather to witness these skilled athletes showcase their Cornish wrestling techniques. Venturing further south brings us to Randfontein in South Africa around 1900. Here we find a group of passionate Cornish wrestlers spreading their love for this traditional sport far from its origins. Their dedication is testament to wrestling's enduring appeal. No exploration would be complete without delving into sumo wrestling – an ancient Japanese tradition steeped in ritual and discipline. Witness these colossal competitors engage in fierce battles that test both their physical prowess and mental fortitude. George Hackenschmidt emerges as another iconic figure within professional wrestling history. His impressive physique combined with technical mastery made him one of the most celebrated wrestlers of his time. But it's not just about male wrestlers; women have left indelible marks too. Shirley Crabtree alias Big Daddy stands tall alongside fellow British wrestler Martin Ruane – two larger-than-life personalities who captivated audiences worldwide with their charisma and skills inside the ring.