Battledore
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Battledore
From a postcard series of games and pastimes. Date: 1904
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Battledore Pastimes Post Card Games
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A Quintessential Moment of Leisure - Battledore and Shuttlecock, 1904 This charming postcard image captures the essence of a leisurely pastime enjoyed by many during the early 20th century - Battledore and Shuttlecock. The serene setting of a lush garden, adorned with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, provides the perfect backdrop for this simple yet engaging game. Two individuals, dressed in the fashionable attire of the era, are seen locked in a friendly competition, each poised to hit the battledore with an expertly swung hand. The shuttlecock, or 'jet', gracefully hovers in the air, ready to be struck by one of the players. Battledore and Shuttlecock, also known as 'Jack and Shuttle' or 'Palm Ball', is an ancient game believed to have originated in China over 2,000 years ago. It was a popular pastime in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries and continued to be enjoyed by many well into the 20th century. The game requires minimal equipment - a small flat piece of wood, or battledore, and a small, lightweight ball, or shuttlecock. The objective is to keep the shuttlecock in the air by hitting it back and forth between players. This postcard, dated 1904, is a captivating reminder of a simpler time when people found joy in the simple pleasures of life. The image invites us to appreciate the beauty of a moment of leisure, shared between friends, in the tranquility of nature.
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