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BERLIN TENNIS GALLERY

Berlin Tennis Gallery presents a curated chronological journey through one thousand years of tennis, marking a new era in the presentation of sports history

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Berlin Tennis Gallery at a Glance

Most complete display of 1,000 years of tennis history
Seamless documentation of racquet and ball evolution across the centuries
2,800+ racquets from 1500 to today on display, including squash & badminton
274 one-of-a-kind objects in the online gallery, with over 2,000 high-resolution 3D renderings and a dedicated clip for each item
Each piece enriched with historical context, detailed visuals, and dynamic storytelling

Latest Releases

String bed of Garsault Demi-Paume Racquet from 1767

Garsault´s Demi-Paume 1767

Demi-Paume Racquet by Francois de Garsault, 1767

The history of tennis balls illustrated along tennis balls from 1000 years, placed on a mirror

Evolution of the Tennis Ball

Evolution of the 1000-year development of the tennisball

Portrait position of the Scanno Racquet from 1555

The Scanno Racquet 1555

The first racquets in tennis history. From the end of the Middle ages.

Tennis Racquet Ilie Nastase Adidas ads660 with Spaghetti Strings

Tennis Evolution

Across seven chapters, we trace how tennis grew and how its equipment changed over time. The journey moves from early wooden frames to modern materials and shows, chapter by chapter, how each stage influenced the game.

Hazells Streamline Tennis Racquet Junior Blue Star and Lady Blue Star

History Specials
(opens May, 2027)

We focus on racquets and players that developed a distinct cultural status. Each feature explains what set them apart and how their reputation grew. The pieces place these figures and objects in their time and show why they remain part of tennis memory.

Image of Making of ..Wilson Sporting Goods History, Ann from Berlin Tennis Gallery taking pictures from antique racquets

Blog

The Gallery Blog focuses on the stories behind individual racquets. Each post places an object in its historical setting and explains the circumstances in which it emerged and was used. The blog provides a steady flow of concise narratives.

Dive into Tennis History

Jimmy Connors Wilson T2000 Lacoste & Outtakes | Berlin Tennis Gallery

Jimmy Connors Wilson T2000 Lacoste & Outtakes | Berlin Tennis Gallery

Berlin Tennis Gallery History Channel

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