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Horses Collection (#94)

"Horses: A Timeless Connection Across History and Cultures" From the Stone-age cave paintings in Chauvet, France to the British Empire world map of the 19th century

Background imageHorses Collection: Fishing boats and schooners beached in St Ives harbour, Cornwall. Early 1900s

Fishing boats and schooners beached in St Ives harbour, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Fishing boats and schooners beached in St Ives harbour, Cornwall. One of the three schooners seen at the edge of the water, the St Ives topsail schooner, Susan Elizabeth

Background imageHorses Collection: The Queen (left) and Princess Margaret go out for their morning ride in Badminton

The Queen (left) and Princess Margaret go out for their morning ride in Badminton Great Park before the start of the days events in the Badminton Horse Trials today (Saturday) - 18th April 1959

Background imageHorses Collection: King Arthur and his knights setting out for the quest for the Holy Grail. King Arthur, page 129

King Arthur and his knights setting out for the quest for the Holy Grail. King Arthur, page 129

Background imageHorses Collection: King Arthur on the horse of one of the rebels who claimed the throne

King Arthur on the horse of one of the rebels who claimed the throne

Background imageHorses Collection: Royal Artillery (RA) drag hunt at Green St Green, Kent, is moving off. 1934

Royal Artillery (RA) drag hunt at Green St Green, Kent, is moving off. 1934

Background imageHorses Collection: They met on the cricket green outside the Cricketers Inn Meopham, Kent - but horses

They met on the cricket green outside the Cricketers Inn Meopham, Kent - but horses weren t allowed on the green itself. The meet was that of the West Kent Hunt (and Pony Club)

Background imageHorses Collection: London scene. The Thames Embankment, central London with rows of Hansom Cabs

London scene. The Thames Embankment, central London with rows of Hansom Cabs ( horse drawn taxis ) parked at the side of the road. Cleopatras Needle can be seen through the trees. Early 1900s

Background imageHorses Collection: London. St Mary Le Strand Church, Strand, London. 1900

London. St Mary Le Strand Church, Strand, London. 1900

Background imageHorses Collection: London street scene. A busy Whitechapel High Street, sometime between 1900 and 1910

London street scene. A busy Whitechapel High Street, sometime between 1900 and 1910, with St Marys Church and the Buck And Hickman Store ( Tools and Ironmongery ) in the back ground

Background imageHorses Collection: Votes for women, Suffragette Protest at 1913 Epsom Derby. As the horses swept round

Votes for women, Suffragette Protest at 1913 Epsom Derby. As the horses swept round Tattenham Corner little notice was taken of Emily Wilding Davison (1872-1913), in suffragette colours

Background imageHorses Collection: Tring agricultural show. Mrs Vivian Williams on Langford. 1922

Tring agricultural show. Mrs Vivian Williams on Langford. 1922
Tring agricultural show. Mrs Vivian Williams on " Langford ". 1922

Background imageHorses Collection: Richmond Horse Show Lady Digby - Constance Pamela Alice Digby - and Pamela Digby

Richmond Horse Show Lady Digby - Constance Pamela Alice Digby - and Pamela Digby, later Pamela Harriman 1933

Background imageHorses Collection: Westerham Hill Horse Show Mrs Raymond Phillips 1928 9 July 1926

Westerham Hill Horse Show Mrs Raymond Phillips 1928 9 July 1926

Background imageHorses Collection: Richmond Horse Show Hon Pamela Digby (later Pamela Harriman ) and her younger

Richmond Horse Show Hon Pamela Digby (later Pamela Harriman ) and her younger sister Sheila Digby 8 June 1932

Background imageHorses Collection: Rowena Taylor and her pet horse

Rowena Taylor and her pet horse

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10872619

Picture No. 10872619
Horse - Welsh Mountain Ponies, Mare and foal running on meadow of flowers Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10873891

Picture No. 10873891
Horse - Bay Arabian Foal three month old, running on meadow, profile (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10873888

Picture No. 10873888
Horse - Chestnut Arabian Mare, portrait profile (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10752430

Picture No. 10752430
Draughthorse - with man working in wood pulling tree Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10752436

Picture No. 10752436
Draught Horse - pulling trees in wood with man Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10735391

Picture No. 10735391
Amish Farmer driving a team of horses pulling wagon - through a field in snow Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10739776

Picture No. 10739776
HORSE - with rider on beach galloping through sea Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10739773

Picture No. 10739773
GREY HORSE - Girl riding through waves on beach Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10739759

Picture No. 10739759
HORSE - Couple riding on beach Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10872559

Picture No. 10872559
Horse - Welsh Pony mare standing in deep snow Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10872525

Picture No. 10872525
Horse - Black Morgan running on beach Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10872503

Picture No. 10872503
Bay Arabian Horse running in meadow Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10864011

Picture No. 10864011
Horses - Arabian Mare and Foal in meadow (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10860028

Picture No. 10860028
Horses - two standing together in pasture Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10860026

Picture No. 10860026
Shire Horses - two standing together in pasture wtih Belgium Horse on left Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10859220

Picture No. 10859220
Horse - Foal standing in meadow of flowers. Shows star face marking Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10858992

Picture No. 10858992
Mustangs / Wild HORSES - Horses and foal standing together in meadow in winter coat (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10898573

Picture No. 10898573
Cowboys - riding on Quarter Horses with Border Collie Dog running alongside Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10851575

Picture No. 10851575
Stag Hunting - quantock staghounds Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10779924

Picture No. 10779924
Girl riding horse with dog Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10779435

Picture No. 10779435
Horse - Trait Breton - pulling cart and people Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10771594

Picture No. 10771594
Young girl riding Shetland Pony Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10766859

Picture No. 10766859
American Saddlebred Horse - held on rein Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10745632

Picture No. 10745632
Horse. Split hoof Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10874299

Picture No. 10874299
Black and white Paint Horse running in meadow in fresh snow (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10874294

Picture No. 10874294
Two Bay Draft Horses standing together on winter pasture Bay Drafthorses at winter pasture, portrait (Equus caballus) Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10898555

Picture No. 10898555
Cowboys - riding on Quarter Horses with dog running behind Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Picture No. 10898593

Picture No. 10898593
Cowboys - silhouettes of cowboys riding Quarter Horses at sunset Date:

Background imageHorses Collection: Metropolitan Fire Brigade horse-drawn steamer

Metropolitan Fire Brigade horse-drawn steamer
A Metropolitan Fire Brigade horse-drawn steamer

Background imageHorses Collection: Royal Counties Show, Leconfield Estate. June 1962

Royal Counties Show, Leconfield Estate. June 1962. Scrapbook p71. George Garland Collection, West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: Garland N61900

Background imageHorses Collection: Arab Horses - drinking - UK

Arab Horses - drinking - UK
CAN-4407 Arab Horses - drinking UK Equus caballus John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageHorses Collection: Shetland Pony - in the snow - The Netherlands, Overijssel, Wijhe/Olst, Duursche Waarden, Fortmond

Shetland Pony - in the snow - The Netherlands, Overijssel, Wijhe/Olst, Duursche Waarden, Fortmond
VG-5520 Shetland Pony in the snow The Netherlands, Overijssel, Wijhe/Olst, Duursche Waarden, Fortmond Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageHorses Collection: Shetland Pony - mother with young in spring meadow - Twente - Overijssel - The Netherlands

Shetland Pony - mother with young in spring meadow - Twente - Overijssel - The Netherlands
VG-7018 Shetland Pony - mother with young in spring meadow Twente - Overijssel - The Netherlands Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only




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"Horses: A Timeless Connection Across History and Cultures" From the Stone-age cave paintings in Chauvet, France to the British Empire world map of the 19th century, they have left an indelible mark on human civilization. These majestic creatures have been our companions, allies, and sources of inspiration for centuries. In the depths of prehistoric times, artists depicted horses with awe-inspiring precision on cave walls. The Stone-age cave paintings in Chauvet, France stand as a testament to our ancient fascination with these magnificent animals. Fast forward to the 19th century when horses played a vital role in shaping empires. The British Empire world map showcases their significance as they carried explorers across vast territories and connected far-flung corners of the globe. Closer to home, London scenes capture moments from early 1900s where they were integral parts of daily life. Whether it was transporting patients to The Royal London Hospital or pulling carriages through bustling streets, these equine partners were essential members of society. Picture No. 10749828 brings us closer to nature's beauty as Dartmoor ponies roam freely amidst Bonehill Rocks in Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Their untamed spirit embodies freedom and resilience against rugged landscapes. But it's not just about wildness; even adorable foals can bring joy into our lives. Skewbald Shetland Pony funny foals frolicking on pastures in Central Mainland, Shetland Isles show us that even small equines possess boundless energy and playfulness. Humor takes center stage with Reliant Robin Only Fools Horses Del Boy - a comical reminder that sometimes even unconventional horse-powered vehicles can make us smile. Artistic expressions take various forms too; a white horse dating back to 1812 carved meticulously into chalk on Milk Hill at Marlborough Downs serves as both an artistic marvel and a testament to human creativity.