Introduction by Bernard Darwin. Illustrated with 18 full-page mounted color plates of paintings depicting golf or golf relatives (Dutch Kolf, Het Kolven, Jeu de Mail) in different forms, from the 16th to the 19th centuries; plus other reproductions within the introduction. 16x13¼, decorative green and black boards, paper cover label. First Edition.

An important compendium of Old Master & 19th century paintings of golf in play and golf equipment as part of home scenery in numerous Dutch, Scottish & British works. Publisher's "Suggestions for those who wish to Frame" tipped-in on the rear inside cover, as issued. Donovan & Murdoch 13890.