Girth Collection

Carriages, Horses and Dogs
Artist: Tomson, Clifton - Title: Carriages, Horses and Dogs - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 73.7 x 91.4

Huge Old Oak Tree C1912
Major Oak: a huge oak tree believed to be 1500 years old, with a 35 foot girth and 64 foot base

Shipping wild animals in the London Docks
Animals of Messrs. Howe and Cushings menagerie being loaded at the London Docks. An elephant is being hoisted up by a chain and girth to be put on board the ship, while a cage full of lions

The two heaviest brothers in the world, weighing a total of 1118 pounds (b / w photo)
1095066 The two heaviest brothers in the world, weighing a total of 1118 pounds (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover of Printers Pie, 1908, illustrated by John Hassall, featuring a shopkeeper in the doorway of Ye Pie Shop, the same that was featured on the cover of the previous years magazine

So Near And Yet So Far (colour litho)
3641574 So Near And Yet So Far (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: So Near And Yet So Far. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Grey racehorse held by a groom
CH35163 Grey racehorse held by a groom by Seymour, James (1702-52); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Punch cartoon: Circumference - fat man at a tailors shop (engraving)
6034815 Punch cartoon: Circumference - fat man at a tailors shop (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Carriages, Horses and Dogs (oil on canvas)
3743814 Carriages, Horses and Dogs (oil on canvas) by Tomson, Clifton (1775-1828); 73.7x91.4 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

Hindenburg-Linde, lime tree, 1100 years, Large-leaved Lime -Tilia platyphyllos-, height 30m, girth 11.5m, Ramsau bei Berchtesgaden, Berchtesgadener Land District, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

Santa Mar

Ripleys Believe-it-or-not - Anato Hayes - Odditorium
Ripleys Believe-it-or-not - Human Automobile Tyre - Wilber H. Roden ( Edema ) is inflated with an ordinary air pump to three times his normal size! Odditorium at The New York Worlds Fair of 1940

View of Culemborg, Jan Evert Grave, 1786 - 1805

Santa Maria del Tule, Oaxaca, Mexico: The Tule Tree (engraving)
KW1078108 Santa MarAia del Tule, Oaxaca, Mexico: The Tule Tree (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa MarAia del Tule, Oaxaca, Mexico. The Tule Tree)

Studies for or after The 3rd Duke of Richmond with the Charleton Hunt"
Studies for or after " The 3rd Duke of Richmond with the Charleton Hunt" Huntsman with a Grey Hunter and Two Foxhounds

Unlikely couple of physical differences - Hyeres, France
Souvenir of Hyeres - an unlikely couple from the commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur region in southeastern France. Date: 1896

Taking the dog for a walk - 4 November 1946
Lady on horseback rides along a road past a row of stone cottages at Upperton, carrying a bull terrier whilst another dog walks beside. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No

Dales pony wearing a bridle attached to a girth by the reins, standing, side view

Dutch draught horse wearing a bridle, girth and plaited mane

Nicaragua, Catarina. Detail of colorful girth on horse

King Carlos I Shooting
CARLOS I, KING OF PORTUGAL His Majesty, Dom Carlos I of Portugal, a well-known sportsman despite his generous girth, seen exercising his shooting prowess

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"Girth: A Journey Through Time and Weight" Step back in time to the era of carriages, horses, and dogs as we explore the concept of girth. From the majestic carriages pulled by powerful steeds to loyal canine companions, this caption takes you on a historical adventure. Imagine standing beneath a huge old oak tree in 1912, marveling at its sheer size and girth. Meanwhile, wild animals are being shipped through the bustling London Docks, showcasing both their beauty and untamed nature. In a black-and-white photograph from years gone by, two brothers captivate us with their extraordinary weight - a staggering total of 1118 pounds. This glimpse into history reminds us of the diverse range of human experiences. The front cover illustration of "Printers Pie" in 1908 by John Hassall captures our attention with its vibrant depiction. The phrase "So Near And Yet So Far" echoes within our minds as we ponder what lies beyond those colorful pages. A grey racehorse is gently held by a groom, symbolizing grace amidst strength. In contrast, an engraving from Punch magazine humorously portrays a fat man at a tailor's shop - reminding us that they are be seen from various perspectives. Returning to artistry on canvas, "Carriages, Horses and Dogs" brings together these elements harmoniously. It serves as an ode to times when transportation relied heavily on horsepower (literally). Traveling further across borders to Germany's Berchtesgaden region reveals Hindenburg-Linde - an ancient lime tree standing tall for over 1100 years. Its towering height and impressive girth leave us awestruck in nature's presence. Mark Twain's engraving titled "The Tramp Abroad Again" invites readers into his adventurous world once more. As he embarks on another journey filled with wit and wisdom, we realize that stories have no limits when it comes to girth.