Bridle Collection (#18)

South America, Peru, Lima. Historic Peruvian Paso horse ranch, Chacra Tres Canas. Rider dressed in traditional attire riding on black Peruvian Paso mule. Property & Model released

Hungary, Budapest, Lazsr Lovaspark, home to famous Hungarian cowboy horse show. Team of horses

Austria, Vienna. Popular traditional horse-drawn fiaker (carriage) rides around downtown Vienna

Argentina, Buenos Aires, San Antonio de Areco. Estancia El Ombu de Areco. Traditional gaucho horse with typical sheepskin cover over saddle. (PR)

Horse belongs to a Pantanal cowboy Boiadeiro, decorates their clothing and horse with pieces of metal, Mato Grosso do Sul Province, Brazil, South America

Hungary, Kalocsa. Traditional Hungarian cowboy show at Bakodpuszta Equesdtrian Center. Detail of horse bridle

Sergeant Major in the Continental Army. The Escape of Sergeant Champe from an American patrol
JOHN CHAMPE (1752-1798). Sergeant Major in the Continental Army. The Escape of Sergeant Champe from an American patrol, in order to fake his desertion

American cavalry under the command of Henry Lee engage British troops at Guilford Courthouse, North Carolina
GUILFORD COURTHOUSE, 1781. American cavalry under the command of Henry Lee engage British troops at Guilford Courthouse, North Carolina, during the American Revolutionary War, 15 March 1781

Marquis de Lafayette, George Washington, and Baron von Steuben at the Continental Armys winter encamptment at Valley
VALLEY FORGE, 1778. Marquis de Lafayette, George Washington, and Baron von Steuben at the Continental Armys winter encamptment at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, winter 1778

20th President of the United States. Portrayed as a general. Lithograph by Kurz & Allison, 1882
JAMES A. GARFIELD (1831-1881). 20th President of the United States. Portrayed as a general. Lithograph by Kurz & Allison, 1882

Emancipation Proclamation
EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION. Oil on canvas, 1863, by A.A. Lamb

Chiddingfold Ploughing Match with horses and plough, 1934 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N10006

ROBERT A. ROESSEL, JR. (1926-2006). American author and educator. On the Navajo Native American reservation at Red Rock, Arizona, c1970. Photographed by Paul Conklin

VIRGINIA: BLACKSMITH. A group of military men preparing to shoe a horse in the camps temporary blacksmith shop, Petersburg, Virginia. Photographed by David Knox, c1865

GUITAR, 1723. The large guitar. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

HORSE RACING, 1844. Racehorse van. Wood engraving, 1844

EXPULSION OF JEWS, 1844. The expulsion of Jews from Lithuania, 1844. Contemporary English wood engraving

GIRLS FEEDING DONKEYS. Wood engraving, late 19th century

EQUESTRIAN EQUIPMENT, 1895. Advertisements for saddles, bridles, and related equipment from a Montgomery Ward catalogue of 1895

EQUESTRIAN EQUIPMENT, 1895. Advertisements for bridles, halters and reins from a Montgomery Ward catalogue of 1895

MEDIEVAL BRIDLE. Iron bridle used to silence women in Medieval England. 19th century line engraving

WITCHES BRIDLE. Iron bridle used on suspected witches in Medieval England. 19th century line engraving

BATTLE OF BALTIMORE, 1814. The death of British General Robert Ross at North Point, Maryland, while advancing on Baltimore, 12 September 1814, during the War of 1812

BLACK PEDDLERS, 1872. Black and white wood sellers at Richmond, Virginia, during Reconstruction. Wood engraving, American, 1872, after drawings by W.L. Sheppard

NEW YORK COACHING CLUB, 1885. The annual parade of the New York Coaching Club on 5th Avenue, New York City, 23 May 1885. Contemporary American wood engraving after a drawing by Thure de Thulstrup

TEXAS: MEXICAN FILIBUSTERS. Mexican filibusters, or freebooters, on the march in Texas in defiance of General Santa Annas recognition of its independence from Mexico, late 1830s

HORSE IN STABLE. A Brougham horse in its stable. Line engraving, English, 1875

SHETLAND PONIES. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

CHARLES MARTEL (c688-741). Frankish ruler, Duke of Austrasia, 715-741. Charles Martel defeating the caliphs army under Abd-er-Rahman at Tours, France, 732

HORSE. Wood engraving, 1790, by Thomas Bewick

DONKEY. Man holding a donkey by the bridle. Line engraving, 19th century

Sporting Gal and her horse - Thoroughbreds
Thoroughbreds A smiling, jolly Sporting Gal and her fine horse (and doesn t he just know it...). Date: circa 1910

Little Girl feeds her two horses in the stables
Luxuries " At evening-time, she fondly tends To all the wants of both her friends." A little girl gives a few raisins to Dobbin and Bobbin. Date: circa 1906

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

Vaquero making a bridle - Argentina
A Vaquero making a bridle - Argentina. The vaquero is a horse-mounted livestock herder of a tradition that originated on the Iberian peninsula. Date: circa 1910s

Three fine horses - a chestnut, a grey and a black, two in profile and one with head turned forward toward the viewer. Date: circa 1910s

A young lady with her fine grey horse - all ready to pop out for a canter before returning for afternoon tea... Date: 1910s

A smart lady rider with her mount
We are Chums A smart lady rider with her mount Date: 1910s

Silhouette of a cavalryman on horseback, in profile

Donkey and owl at night
A donkey and owl alone together in the night, the crescent moon and stars shining down on them in this tranquil scene. 1925

Advertisement for Agricultural Shows via LNER
Silhouette advertisement for Agricultural Shows via LNER (London & North Eastern Railway), showing a man holding a rearing horse by its harness, with a marquee in the background. 1929

Silhouette of a racehorse and jockey

Horse with brasses at a County Show, Cornwall
A horse with many brasses at a County Show in Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s

Man with champion shire horse at a County Show, Cornwall
A man with his champion shire horse at a County Show in Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s

Portrait of two horses
Portrait of two handsome brown horses Date: circa 1910s

Two Horses and three hounds
Two Horses peer over the edge of their stall to converse with three hounds Date: circa 1910s

White horse - tack
A white horse in full flow wearing a distinctive running martingale - used to control the horses head height, and to prevent the horse from throwing its head so high that the rider gets hit in

Winter Snow and Fog
A winter scene on a bridle path, showing fog rising among the trees after a fall of snow. Date: 1960s

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"Bridle: A Timeless Connection Between Man and Horse" Gypsy caravans adorned with vibrant colors traverse the countryside, their majestic Shire horse teams leading the way during a Ploughing Match. The bond between a pair of working Shire Horses and their farmer is evident in every step they take together. With strength and determination, these magnificent creatures pull the plough, turning the earth for bountiful harvests. A Shire horse effortlessly pulls a hay wagon through golden fields, showcasing its power and grace. In a peaceful meadow, a Palomino horse stands tall while a pony grazes nearby, embodying tranquility amidst nature's beauty. The artwork "Sir Isumbras at the Ford" by John Everett Millais captures an enchanting scene from 1857, transporting us to another era where horses played vital roles in daily life. Clydesdale horses work tirelessly as adults guide them through ploughing matches in Hampshire, England - an age-old tradition that celebrates both equine strength and human skill. In another image captured by JPF18125, we witness the elegance of a Palomino pony being guided on rein by its rider. The connection between horse and handler is palpable as they navigate their surroundings with harmony. Hon Dorothy Paget shares an unbreakable bond with her beloved Golden Miller; together they conquer challenges on racetracks while leaving spectators awestruck. Carriages pulled by powerful horses are accompanied by loyal canine companions - true symbols of loyalty and friendship. Lastly, we see how even different species can form unique connections as a Boxer dog accompanies his equine friend on their adventures - two loyal companions exploring life side by side. Through centuries past to present day, bridles have been more than just tools for control; they represent trust forged between man and horse. These hints remind us of this timeless connection that continues to inspire awe and admiration for these magnificent creatures.