The Origins of Winter Sports

The original winter sports influencers from 112 years ago. Before the high-tech gear and global

broadcasts, there was just wood, wool, and pure adrenaline. This 1913 gem,

Winter Sports in Switzerland, shows the birth of modern skiing and ice hockey.

Look at the detail in these Fleming Williams illustrations—every jump and turn captured with a pen instead

of a GoPro. These athletes weren't just playing; they were inventing the sports we love today.

It’s a visual journey back to a time when the mountains were a blank canvas and every run was a

masterpiece.From the first tracks in the snow to the podiums of today, the legacy of winter

sports is a story that never gets old.