Horsemen Collection (#5)

The Royal Visit to India: Grand Review at Delhi - the Gallop Past...1876. Creator: C.R
The Royal Visit to India: Grand Review at Delhi - the Gallop Past, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The spectacle of the day...was the gallop past of the thirteen cavalry

Bishop in ecclesiastical dress, c1588. Creator: Niclauss Kippell
Bishop in ecclesiastical dress, c1588. Italian text: Un Vescovo nell suo Habito ordinario acompagnando il papa come va[?] di porto'

Single Leaf of a Man on a Donkey, early 11th century AH/AD 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Single Leaf of a Man on a Donkey, early 11th century AH/AD 17th century. This Safavid drawing with opaque watercolour and illuminated borders, depicts a man with a large turban riding a donkey

Portrait of a Nobleman, mid 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Nobleman, mid 19th century

Lakshmana Fights Indrajit, 1775-1800. Creator: Unknown
Lakshmana Fights Indrajit, 1775-1800. An avatar of the god Vishnu, Rama's story is told in the "Ramayana, " a tale of kingship, morality, and devotion

The War in the Herzegovina: Bashi-Bazouks leaving Baynaluka for Swina... 1876. Creator: Unknown
The War in the Herzegovina: Bashi-Bazouks leaving Baynaluka [Banja Luka] for Swina, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876

Des Vaillants; Une charge des Circassiens de la, au cours de... 1917. Creator: L.H Grondijs
Des Vaillants; Une charge des Circassiens de la , au cours de l'offensive du debut de juillet, 1917. First World War: Valiants; a charge of the Circassians of the "Savage Division"

St Martin and the Beggar, 17th century. Creator: Michelangelo Cerquozzi
St Martin and the Beggar, 17th century. Martin is dressed in a blue garment and a red cloak, which is already divided into two pieces

French cavalry at Luneville: a charge of the cuirassiers of the Imperial Guard, 1860. Creator: Unknown
French cavalry at Luneville: a charge of the cuirassiers of the Imperial Guard, 1860. The greater portion of the cavalry in the military district of Nancy, under the command of Marshal Canrobert

Sur le front occidental: la prise de la Crete de Vimy; La cavalerie legere canadienne... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le front occidental: la prise de la Crete de Vimy; La cavalerie legere canadienne s'engageant a son tour dans l'action, 1917. First World War: Western front; the taking of Vimy Ridge

Plate 10 for J.G. Muller's Siegfried von Lindenberg, 1783. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Plate 10 for J.G. Muller's Siegfried von Lindenberg, 1783

Illustration for Basedow's Elementary Work, 1770. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Basedow's Elementary Work, 1770. Plate: Table XXXIII(d). A popular illustrated textbook for children

Illustration for Basedow's Elementary Work, 1770. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Basedow's Elementary Work, 1770. Plate: Table LXVII(c). A popular illustrated textbook for children

Algerians in traditional costume, 1922. Creator: Marius Bauer
Algerians in traditional costume, 1922

Trades Practiced in Bologna, c1640. Creators: Francesco Curti, Agostino Parisini
Trades Practiced in Bologna, c1640. Plate: Plate 2

The Storming of Leipzig, 1818. Creator: Per Krafft the Younger
The Storming of Leipzig, 1818. Scene from the Napoleonic Wars

Landscape with horsemen, 1789. Creator: Hermanus Numan
Landscape with horsemen, 1789

The Hindu God Revanta and Companions, early 7th century. Creator: Unknown
The Hindu God Revanta and Companions, early 7th century

Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans la prodigieuse tempete d'acclamations de la foule, 1917

Three Riders at the Sea, 1882. Creator: Jean-Maxime Claude
Three Riders at the Sea, 1882

Nuño Salido, Tutor of the Infantes, Sees Evil Omens for Them in this War, 1612. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Nuno Salido, Tutor of the Infantes, Sees Evil Omens for Them in this War, 1612. Series: The History of the Seven Sons of Lara, pl. 20

Boar Hunt, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Boar Hunt, 16th century. Series: Hunting Scenes VII

Deer and Wolf Hunt, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Deer and Wolf Hunt, 16th century. Series: Hunting Scenes VII

Stag Hunt, 16th century. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Stag Hunt, 16th century. Series: Hunting Scenes V

Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858....the whole division consisted of eleven regiments of infantry, two regiments of cavalry, twenty-four guns, a detachment of engineers

Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee de la mission Joffre-Viviani, le 25 avril 1917, a la... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee de la mission Joffre-Viviani, le 25 avril 1917, a la residence preparee pour les recevoir a Washington, 1917

Triumphal Arch erected at Naples during the Fetes recently held in that city - musicians... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Triumphal Arch erected at Naples during the Fetes recently held in that city - musicians and singers serenading Victor Emmanuel - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. Creator: Joseph Swain
"The House on Fire on Christmas Eve", 1860. You had better ride on, for you get nothing in my house, Mr. Twister!'

A scene in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris - the Pré Catelan, 1860. Creator: Unknown
A scene in the Bois de Boulogne - the Pre Catelan, 1860. In this wood of woods, whose clear and beautiful lakes, fairylike islands, pretty chalets, and charming promenades for visitors

The Age of Iron, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
The Age of Iron, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 5

Scylla Watching Minos from the Castle Walls, published 1606. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Wilhelm Janson
Scylla Watching Minos from the Castle Walls, published 1606. From The Metamorphoses of Ovid, pl. 72

Coursing meeting at Hampton Park, 1860. Creator: Frederick John Skill
Coursing meeting at Hampton Park, 1860. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. Elstob Marshall....the Hampton Meeting is the great rendezvous for Cockney coursers...This year the coursing at the Champion

The Age of Iron, 1599. Creators: Antonio Tempesta, Nicolaus van Aelst
The Age of Iron, 1599. From The Four Ages of the World, pl. 4

Civilis Using Movable Wooden Bridges to Attack a Fortress, Publshed 1612. Creator: Antonio Tempesta
Civilis Using Movable Wooden Bridges to Attack a Fortress, Publshed 1612. From The War of the Romans Against the Batavians, pl. 10

Horseman, 1657-1733. Creator: Jan van Huchtenburg
Horseman, 1657-1733

Rider on galloping horse, 1849. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Rider on galloping horse, 1849. Rider with plumed hat, on a galloping horse, with dog. Loose leaf belonging to a signed picture booklet for the artist's son Felix Tavenraat

Rider on prancing horse, 1849. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Rider on prancing horse, 1849. Rider with plumed hat. Loose leaf belonging to a signed picture booklet for the artist's son Felix Tavenraat

Prints for Dirk 1849, 1849. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Prints for Dirk 1849, 1849. Rider with plumed hat. Title page for a signed picture booklet for the artist's son Felix Tavenraat

Landscape with a rider and running dogs, 1864. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Landscape with a rider and running dogs, 1864

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 8), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 8), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 6), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 6), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 6), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 6), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 5), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 5), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 5), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 5), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 4), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 4), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 2), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 2), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 2), 1837. Creator: Victor Adam
Historical parade at the second centenary of the Utrecht University, 1836 (plate 2), 1837. Costumed parade by students on 16 June 1836

Figures in seventeenth-century clothing, c. 1846-c. 1882. Creator: Cornelis Springer
Figures in seventeenth-century clothing, c. 1846-c. 1882

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"Horsemen: A Timeless Bond of Power and Grace" From the heart-stopping leap over a formidable fence in 1887 captured by Eadweard J Muybridge, to the exhilarating Shavington Day hunting scene that echoes through history, these images depict the enduring allure of horsemen. As we traverse Denham Bridge upon the Tavy with William Payne's brushstrokes, we are transported to an era where horseback riding was not merely a mode of transportation but a symbol of nobility and adventure. The equestrian prowess showcased in Marcus Curtius' depiction from The Roman Heroes series reminds us of the indomitable spirit that lies within both man and beast. Venturing across continents, we encounter the Mexican Charro astride his majestic steed, embodying centuries-old traditions rooted in honor and skill. Meanwhile, Norse mythology unveils its Wild Hunt galloping through stormy skies, their presence evoking both fear and awe. In moments frozen by time itself, General Robert Lee's resolute figure emerges amidst Gettysburg's chaos - a testament to courage on horseback during one of America's darkest hours. Albrecht Durer's Knight stands defiantly against Death and Devil alike; his unwavering determination echoing throughout generations. Leonardo da Vinci masterfully captures a Horseman Trampling on a Fallen Foe - an embodiment of victory over adversity etched into our collective memory. And as early 14th-century artists bring forth apocalyptic visions with their Four Horsemen imagery or reveal celestial beings like The Angel of Revelation depicted by delicate watercolors and ink sketches – they remind us that horses have long been intertwined with tales foretelling destiny. Through these diverse depictions spanning centuries and cultures, one thing remains constant: the bond between man and horse is unbreakable.