Caravan Collection

Wind in Willows / Grahame
Toad, Ratty & Mole set off with a yellow caravan, pulled by an old grey horse on the Open Road... Date: First published: 1908

Gypsy Splendour - Laura Knight
Oil on Canvas 101.6 x 76.2

Horse-drawn gypsy caravan, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Munster, Eire (Republic of Ireland), Europe

Gypsy Encampment, Appleby, 1919 (w / c on paper) (see also 54655)
XPG329621 Gypsy Encampment, Appleby, 1919 (w/c on paper) (see also 54655) by Atkinson, John (1863-1924); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Gypsy Caravans
A group of travellers and their horse-drawn caravans/wagons. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Gipsies and Caravan / 30S
Gypsies stand outside their caravans in a corner of the huge gypsy camp near Grantham, Lincolnshire

Caravans in Martello Camp, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Martello Caravan Camp at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. This photograph was taken from the top of the Martello Tower, which gave the camp its name

The Last Caravan by A. E. Bestall
A colour illustration by Alfred Bestall showing a fantasy scene where a group of travellers are being spied on from woodland by a centaur and female imps

Gypsies and their caravans Date: 1910s

Caravans in Martello Camp, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex
The Martello Caravan Camp at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. This photograph was taken from the top of the Martello Tower, which gave the camp its name

Gypsy Woman on Caravan
A Gypsy woman stands by the entrance to the family caravan on an encampment in Surrey as a pet dog looks on

Holiday caravan, Isle of Skye, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Horse-drawn gypsy caravan, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Munster, Eire (Ireland), Europe

Gypsies in Kent
A gipsy family in their traditional caravan, on Wrotham Hill, Kent, England

The Three Kings (pencil and w/c on paper)
CH136642 The Three Kings (pencil and w/c on paper) by Hey, Paul (1867-1952); 41.8x31 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images; © Estate of Paul Hey. All rights reserved 2022

Cedars of Lebanon
Travelers stopping to rest among a grove of cedars in Lebanon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Great Western Hotel, Cliff Road, Newquay, Cornwall. Early 1900s
An elephant pulling a wagon from the Bostock and Wombwell Circus and Menagerie, followed by two camels, near the Great Western Hotel in Newquay

Policeman talk to Gypsies on Epsom Downs
Two Policeman talk to a Gypsy family by their caravan and wagon on Epsom Downs Date: circa 1920s

VW Camper Van
A woman demonstrates how convenient it is to have ones breakfast in the Great Outdoors, with the marvellous VW Camper Caravan. Date: 1963

Gypsy caravan and trap in a wood clearing. Pen & ink with watercolour wash sketch by Raymond Sheppard

Romany gypsy family camped on Epsom downs during the race meeting on Epsom racecourse, Surrey, England. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Elderly Gypsy Woman
An elderly gypsy woman with long dark hair and wearing a thick cardigan stands in front of the brightly painted family caravan at an encampment in Surrey

Horse, Irish Cob (Gypsy Pony), pulling traveller caravan, heading towards Appleby Horse Fair, along A683 between Sedbergh and Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, England, June

Horse drawn caravan, Appleby annual horse fair, Eden Valley, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Horse-drawn caravan, Blarney Castle, County Cork
Horse-drawn caravan at Blarney Castle, County Cork, Republic of Ireland. circa 1960s

Shiny Airstream caravan parked near Lulworth Cove, Dorset, UK

Gypsy Caravan

Caravan of life
Trevor Cole

King Alis tent at Benowm, Kingdom of Ludamar
View of a moorish camp: King Alis tent at Benowm, Kingdom of Ludamar. Ali sat on a black leather cushion clipping the hairs on his upper lip while a female servant held a mirror

A typical gypsy family at the door of their caravan at the 700 year old fair at Yarm. 20th October 1936

Universal Rescue Mission Caravan - E. H. Smith of Sheffield
Universal Rescue Mission Caravan and its owner, Mr E. H. Smith of Sheffield (on the right) - a local Christian Evangelical preacher, known as the Blind Evangelist

A gypsy woman sitting on the steps to her Romany caravan in the gypsy camp on Epsom Downs, Surrey, during the Epsom race meeting Late 1940s, early 1950s

And here is the dog caravan, made by Mr. C. Tumbridge, of Chamberlayne Road, Kensal Rise, London, NW10. Mr. C. Tumbridge is taking his dog Prince, 7 years old, for a doggie caravan ride

Halcyon Caravan Park, Hullbridge, Essex
Halcyon Caravan Park, Hullbridge, Hockley, near Southend on Sea, Essex, England. Date: 1950s

Oman / Mattrah
The market place in the old caravan town of Mattrah, Oman, Middle East. During the date harvest the mountains resound with the bleating of thousands of camels. Date: 1930s

Tree on the Equator - Sign noting distance to Selfridges
A lovely oddity!! A large caravan passing a large tree on the Equator in Africa bearing a sign noting the distance to Selfridges & Co. Ltd. in London! Date: 1910

Romany, gypsy family at Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Gypsy caravans parked on Epsom Downs during the Epsom Races. Late 1940s, early 1950s

Romany gypsy girls posing outside their caravans on Epsom Downs during the Epsom race meeting. 1930s

Afghan nomad family in front of one of two Buddhas of Bamiyan, 1950, Painting
Afghanistan, 20th century. Afghan nomad family in front of one of the two Buddhas of Bamiyan, 1950. Painting. Both statues were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001

Flea circus. Artwork of a human flea (Pulex irritans) wearing a dress. This painting decorates the trailer of Hans Mathes Flea Circus

Gipsy girl plaiting horses tail at an encampment in Surrey
A gipsy girl plaiting the tail of the family horse as she sits on the step of their caravan at an encampment in Surrey. (2 of 2)

Gypsy Boy with Hen 1973
A gypsy boy sits by the door to his family caravan clutching onto a chicken at a Surrey encampment

A hand-painted sign showing the time it would take to reach Timbuktu in Mali (52 days) if one were to set off across the Sahara Desert on a camel

Christmas card, silhouette of gypsy caravan

Germany, Berlin, Mitte, Charlies Beach Bar on Friedrichstrasse next to Checkpoint Charlie

1937 Hillman 14 towing caravan. Creator: Unknown
1937 Hillman 14 towing caravan

Gypsy Caravans in the Snow (oil on canvas)
LST277444 Gypsy Caravans in the Snow (oil on canvas) by Williamson, Leila K. (active 1884-1919); 70.6x96.5 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts, New York; English, out of copyright

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"Caravan: A Journey into Gypsy Splendour" Step into a world of enchantment and wanderlust as we explore the captivating realm of caravans. From the vibrant artwork of Laura Knight's "Gypsy Splendour" to the timeless allure of horse-drawn gypsy caravans, these nomadic abodes have long captured our imagination. In Martello Camp, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, rows of colorful caravans create a picturesque scene reminiscent of a bygone era. The Last Caravan by A. E. Bestall transports us to this idyllic setting, where the charm and simplicity of life on wheels unfold before our eyes. Inspired by literature such as Wind in Willows by Grahame and Gipsies and Caravan from the 30s, we are drawn further into this fascinating culture. In Kent, gypsies find solace in their mobile homes amidst nature's embrace while creating an enchanting gypsy encampment in Appleby during 1919. The iconic VW Camper Van symbolizes freedom and adventure on open roads. Its compact yet versatile design has become synonymous with exploration and unforgettable journeys through breathtaking landscapes. As we delve deeper into the world of caravanning, let us not forget the majestic Cedars of Lebanon that stand tall as witnesses to countless tales told around campfires under starlit skies. These ancient trees provide shelter for weary travelers seeking respite from their nomadic existence. Whether it be Laura Knight's vivid portrayal or real-life encounters with gypsies in Martello Camp or Appleby; whether it be embracing the spirit of adventure within a VW Camper Van or finding tranquility beneath towering Cedars – each caravan holds its own story waiting to be discovered. So join us on this extraordinary odyssey through time and space as we unravel the mysteries woven within these rolling sanctuaries - for every caravan is more than just a mode of transportation.