Blinkers Collection (#3)

Collecting hay bales
Collecting bales of hay in a horse-drawn wooden wagon. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

A Derby Obstruction, 1861. Disraeli is endeavouring to obstruct the passage of the phaeton being driven by Lord Palmerston, with Gladstone beside him and Lord Russell in the rear seat

Breakaway from coal strike 1926
After more than a week on general strike, there was a strong movement that began with the coal-miners of the Midlands to break-away from the strike abd return to work

Coal strike: movements towards an offical settlement 1926
Fillings in many of collieries was that the Genaral strike was coming to the end; a flow of men returning back to work steadily increased

Horse-drawn carriage, USA
Horse-drawn carriage, North America. Date: circa 1920

Horse-drawn surrey, USA
Horse-drawn surrey-style carriage, with a pair of black horses, North America. Date: circa 1910

London Policemans First Day at Point Duty
With The Force - London Policemans First Day at Point Duty. Date: 1907

Susi - with horse and nosebag. 1950s

Shire Horse / Nosebag / 1940
Shire horses eat from nosebags Date: 1940s

Man transporting six geese on a Christmas card
Man transporting six geese via a donkey-drawn cart on a Christmas card, watched by a robin. Date: circa 1890s

Study of a mule with decorated harness and rope nose-bag - near the Porta Romana, Florence, Italy. Date: 1905

Illustration, haymaking with a horse-drawn cutter and a dog alongside. Date: 1930

Man with two horses in a field. Date: circa 1920s

Mrs K McNeil of Glasgow with three Borzois -- White Eagle of Barnaigh (left), Lady Luck of Barnaigh (b.1926, far right), and the latters son. With a horse-drawn cart outside a cottage. Date: 1930s

Out of Doors -- horse with stone in hoof
Out of Doors -- a horse (Bob) has a stone in his hoof. Date: 19th century

Kings State Harness for State Coach
A horse wearing the Kings State Harness, for use with the State Coach. Date: early 20th century

Man feeding carthorse
A man feeding a carthorse from a bucket at the side of a road

Queen of the Carnival
The Queen of the Carnival, dressed up to look like Cleopatra, riding along the road on a horse-drawn float, with three female attendants

Carriage horse wearing harness

Old Man Juniers Trap, 1908 (oil on canvas)
XIR309531 Old Man Juniers Trap, 1908 (oil on canvas) by Rousseau, Henri J.F. (Le Douanier) (1844-1910); 97x129 cm; Musee de l Orangerie, Paris

The Start, engraved by R. Woodman (colour litho)
XCF271692 The Start, engraved by R. Woodman (colour litho) by Barenger, James (1780-p.1831) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Travel, engraved by R. Woodman (colour litho)
XCF271691 The Travel, engraved by R. Woodman (colour litho) by Barenger, James (1780-p.1831) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Mr. Sowerbys Grey Carriage Horses in his Coachyard at Putteridge Bury, Hertfordshire
XYC159894 Mr. Sowerbys Grey Carriage Horses in his Coachyard at Putteridge Bury, Hertfordshire, 1836 (oil on canvas) by Herring Snr

A Stop under the Poinciana Tree, Nassau, Bahamas
A carriage stop under the Royal Poinciana Tree for a young couple, Nassau, Bahamas. Date: circa 1940

Canary Mule and Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, Bermuda
A Canary Mule and the Gibbs Hill Lighthouse - Bermuda. Date: circa 1907

Three Natives of Nassau - Bahamas. Date: circa 1910s

Bermudan Horse-drawn Carriage
A fine horse-drawn carriage - labelled on this postcard an " A Bermuda Automobile" ! Date: circa 1910s

Carro Alentejano, Estremoz, Portugal Date: circa 1910

Gatwick races, west Sussex, England Star Comedian, ridden bys Wragg, winning
Gatwick races, west Sussex, England " Star Comedian ", ridden bys Wragg, winning the " Home Bred Three Years Old Cup ". 15 May 1936

Two happy boys clutching bunches of flowers as they make their way through the fruit and vegetable market full of traders with goods on carts at Covent Garden, London, England

Gatwick races, Sussex, England. Grey Carey ridden by T Lowrey
Gatwick races, Sussex, England. " Grey Carey " ridden by T Lowrey. 25 September 1935

Gatwick races, Sussex, England. Jockey, R Dick. 5 October 1933

Hot weather scene in Fleet Street Horse drinks from hydrant 22 May 1922

The Epsom Derby Mr B Irishs horse, Papyrus which will bes Donoghue s
The Epsom Derby Mr B Irishs horse, Papyrus which will bes Donoghues mount in the Derby. 1 June 1923

Americas boy leading Felix Leachs string of horses at Newmarket. 1924
" Americas boy " leading Felix Leachs string of horses at Newmarket. 1924

The Grand National at Aintree. In the paddock. 1928

Farm workers ride work horses past an old Fort on their farm at Farningham, Kent. 1935

Down a Quiet Country Lane 3 August 1956

Farm workers ride work horses past old fort buildings on their farm at Farningham, Kent. 1935

Broadcasting artificials in preparation for roots - July 1939
Horse drawn farming machine and farmer walk over the land. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N18398

The London Chelmsford to London Coach: 1799, oil on canvas. John Cordrey (active 1765-1825) English painter. Stage coach with inside and outside passengers

Cart horse in harness, side view

Harnessed brown Horse (Equus caballus) with blinkers, side view

Harnessed Brown Horse (Equus caballus) and cart, side view

Shire Horses pulling plough at horse show

Irish farmer with horse
An Irish farmer with a white horse. The horse is wearing blinkers. Date: 1966

LCC-MFB Redcross Street fire station stables
A fireman (coachman) poses with his fire engine horse in the fire station stables at Redcross Street fire station, City of London

Arab man and his horse
An arab man and his horse, the latter wearing a decorative saddle and bridle. Date: early 20th century

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"Blinkers: Unveiling the Elegance and Nostalgia of Horse-drawn Carriages" Step back in time to a world where Gypsy caravans roamed, guided by majestic Shire horses pulling the plough. Witness the beauty and power of a team of working horses as they gracefully maneuver through their tasks. In this enchanting scene, a horse ploughs the land while being watched by curious customers and the friendly landlord, Mr. H Mills, who pours out beer for Ginger, his loyal nine-year-old companion. The atmosphere is filled with joy and camaraderie as carriages pass by, accompanied by loyal dogs trotting alongside. Marvel at the sight of a Shire horse-drawn dray making its way down cobbled streets, showcasing both strength and grace. A gipsy couple embarks on an adventure in their horse-drawn cart, embracing freedom on wheels. Notice how four fine horses proudly wear blinkers - leather accessories that enhance focus and minimize distractions during work or travel. These magnificent creatures are adorned with these elegant pieces as they effortlessly pull carts across picturesque landscapes. Immerse yourself in history with a pair of chestnut Suffolk Punch working horses harnessed together - an emblematic image symbolizing unity and determination. Transported to 1889 through George Clausen's artwork "Ploughing, " witness farmers cultivating fields using traditional methods that have stood the test of time. Finally, let us not forget John Rogers' masterpiece "The Genius of Poetry Finding Burns at the Plough. " This captivating painting captures Robert Burns amidst his daily labor - reminding us that inspiration can be found even in unexpected places. Blinkers serve not only as functional tools but also as symbols representing our connection to nature's wonders. They invite us to appreciate traditions passed down through generations; where man worked harmoniously alongside these noble animals to shape our world.