Ball and Stick Games other than Golf

An overview of the collecting of clubs and balls used in continental golf-related games such as Colf, Kolf, Crosse (choule in English), Pallamaglio, and Jeu DE Mailmall. It highlights the challenges faced by collectors and auctioneers due to limited knowledge about these games and their equipment. Although these games were played historically, especially in the Low Countries, there has been little research available in English. The document mentions notable works from authors like Steven van Hengel and others that have begun to shed light on the historical aspects and the types of clubs and balls used in these games. Visual descriptions of different balls and clubs used in Colf and Crosse are provided, detailing their materials and shapes. (2 pages -PDF)