Horseback Horse Back Collection (#3)

The revolt of the last Red Indians (colour litho)
2818140 The revolt of the last Red Indians (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The revolt of the last Red Indians)

Riots in Moscow (colour litho)
2782186 Riots in Moscow (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Moscow. Police)

Lincoln in City Point, pub. 1865 (hand coloured engraving)
2652833 Lincoln in City Point, pub. 1865 (hand coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Duel De Femmes (engraving)
2783379 Duel De Femmes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duel De Femmes. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages.); © Look and Learn

Bloody Easter in Poland, among the working population and the troops in Warsaw (colour litho)
2814781 Bloody Easter in Poland, among the working population and the troops in Warsaw (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bloody Easter in Poland)

Riots in Paris on May Day (colour litho)
2779192 Riots in Paris on May Day (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Paris on May Day. Les manifestations du 1 Mai a Paris)

Troubles in Belgium (colour litho)
2819063 Troubles in Belgium (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troubles in Belgium)

Battle at Kawanakajima, 1857 (woodcut)
5962934 Battle at Kawanakajima, 1857 (woodcut) by Utagawa Yoshikazu (fl.1850-70); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kawanakajima War 1553-64 fought in the Sengoku Period of Japan between Takeda Shingen)

Serious troubles in St Petersburg (colour litho)
2795901 Serious troubles in St Petersburg (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serious troubles in St Petersburg)

Philopoemen, Greek general and statesman (engraving)
2788659 Philopoemen, Greek general and statesman (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philopoemen (253-183 BC), Greek general and statesman

Preparations for the bullfights to celebrate the wedding of King Alfonso XIII of Spain (colour litho)
2779201 Preparations for the bullfights to celebrate the wedding of King Alfonso XIII of Spain (colour litho) by French School

Knight, Death, and the Devil, 1513 (engraving)
4071439 Knight, Death, and the Devil, 1513 (engraving) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24.6x18.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: The Christian knight)

Revolt in Algeria (colour litho)
2782199 Revolt in Algeria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revolt in Algeria. Pillaging of the village of Margueritte)

Dragoons attacking revolutionaries in the Presnensky district of Moscow (colour litho)
2779157 Dragoons attacking revolutionaries in the Presnensky district of Moscow (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Combat of the Giaour and Hassan, 1826 (oil on canvas)
2968525 The Combat of the Giaour and Hassan, 1826 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 59.6x73.4 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Gift of Bertha Palmer Thorne

Elite troops of French army, French Foreign Legion in Morocco, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
XIR346310 Elite troops of French army, French Foreign Legion in Morocco, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 6th October 1907 (colour litho) by French School

Soldier of the Spahi Regiment of Algiers (colour litho)
1731033 Soldier of the Spahi Regiment of Algiers (colour litho) by Caran D Ache, Emmanuel Poire (1858-1909); (add.info.: Spahis (French pronunciation)

Giovanni de Medici kills an Opponent in a Duel, plate 5 from The History of the Medici
BCC393569 Giovanni de Medici kills an Opponent in a Duel, plate 5 from The History of the Medici, engraved by Philip Galle (1537-1612), c.1583 (engraving) by Straet

The life-long hunger for la revanche inspires the French cavalry to supreme endeavour when let loose upon the German
STC359720 The life-long hunger for la revanche inspires the French cavalry to supreme endeavour when let loose upon the German enemy, 1914-19 (litho) by English School

The Death of Gustavus Adolphus at Lutzen, an illustration from The Lion of the North
STC311036 The Death of Gustavus Adolphus at Lutzen, an illustration from The Lion of the North: A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus and the Wars of Religion by G.A. Henty, pub

George and the Dragon, c. 1925 (colour litho)
STC308565 George and the Dragon, c.1925 (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C. (d.1945) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Death, Bachelors Hall (oil on canvas)
XYC159641 The Death, Bachelors Hall (oil on canvas) by Turner, Francis Calcraft (1782-1846); 35.6x48.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA

A mass bullfight in an enclosure, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts)
746968 A mass bullfight in an enclosure, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub

Presence of mind of the King, 1758 (colour litho)
STC434379 Presence of mind of the King, 1758 (colour litho) by Rochling, Carl (1855-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

Native Americans killing a bear (colour litho)
PNP245660 Native Americans killing a bear (colour litho) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); Private Collection; (add.info.: hunting bear for food)

Two Knights do battle before Cameliard, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho)
STC335700 Two Knights do battle before Cameliard, illustration from The Story of King Arthur and his Knights, 1903 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

The Battle of Cosa, (black chalk, pen and brown ink. )
990023 The Battle of Cosa, (black chalk, pen and brown ink.) by Zuccari, Taddeo (1529-66); 42.9x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Cosa. Taddeo Zuccaro (1529-1566)

Turkish Cavalier in Combat, c. 1818 (brown wash, heightened with gouache on paper)
5861695 Turkish Cavalier in Combat, c.1818 (brown wash, heightened with gouache on paper) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); 28--22 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

George Franklin Archer and the Archer Residence, 1871 (oil on canvas)
5861509 George Franklin Archer and the Archer Residence, 1871 (oil on canvas) by Humphreys, Charles Spencer (1818-80); 62.2--76.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

The Attack on Sir Ralph Abercrombie by the French Dragoons, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea
IL323219 The Attack on Sir Ralph Abercrombie by the French Dragoons, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Woodville

Death of Prince Louis of Prussia, 10 October 1806 (coloured engraving)
778873 Death of Prince Louis of Prussia, 10 October 1806 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Mounted knights killing peasants (litho)
1092336 Mounted knights killing peasants (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mounted knights killing peasants)

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"Horseback Horse Back: A Journey Through History and Art" Step into the world of horseback riding, where noble steeds have carried warriors, kings, and adventurers through centuries of battles and conquests. From the Royalist cavalry charging at the Battle of Naseby during the English Civil War in 1645 to General Robert Lee leading his staff in Gettysburg, PA, these magnificent creatures have played a vital role in shaping history. Admire Adrien Demont's captivating portrayal of Don Quixote on horseback as he embodies chivalry and idealism. This masterpiece displayed at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne transports us to a realm where dreams intertwine with reality. Witness The Negus Menelik fearlessly commanding his troops during the battle of Adwa. The vibrant colors captured in this lithograph bring to life an epic moment that symbolizes courage and resilience. Immerse yourself in Scottish regiments' rich heritage within the British Army through a stunning color lithograph from 1895. Feel their pride as they march forward with unwavering determination while upholding their traditions. Experience Queen Margaret of Anjou's capture after her defeat at Tewkesbury; her face tells tales of loss and despair amidst a backdrop painted with vivid hues that evoke emotions beyond words. Travel back even further to witness Richard the Lionheart mounted on his majestic steed—a true embodiment of medieval valor depicted beautifully through color lithography. Marvel at "Ravine Near Biskra, " an oil painting capturing nature's raw beauty by transporting you to North Africa's enchanting landscapes between 1890-1900. Let your imagination run wild as you envision galloping horses exploring these untamed terrains. Delve into history with engravings depicting significant events like Sherman's March to Sea or Jane Dieulafoy's remarkable achievements as an archaeologist—an inspiring testament to human perseverance and curiosity.