Jodhpurs Collection (#3)

King Edward VIII, George V and Duke of Gloucester
The three elder sons of King George V pictured together, at what looks like a hunt meeting, sometime in the 1920s. From left to right, Edward

Horse and cart with owner
Horse and cart in a field with a man, probably the owner, Es Briggs of North Foreland House, Broadstairs, Kent

Horse-drawn horse box
A horse-drawn horse box on a street, with a man in charge wearing jodphurs

RSR 16th Battalion, Sussex Yeomanry, in camp
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 4254 16th Batt Sussex Yeomanry/008 October 1915 Postcard. See 008b for reverse

Rudolph Valentino with his Dogs 1926
RUDOLPH VALENTINO film actor, exercising his two dogs. His tragic early death resulted from peritonitis after an emergency operation for appendicitis and gastric ulcers

Flat racing on the frozen lake at St Moritz

Infante Don Baltasar Carlos, (Prince Balthasar Charles as a Hunter), 1635-1636, (c1934). Artist: Diego Velasquez
Infante Don Baltasar Carlos, (Prince Balthasar Charles as a Hunter), 1635-1636, (c1934). King Phillip IV commissioned Velazquez to paint a series of portraits on the theme of the hunt

Margaret Sullavan, American stage and film actress, c1938. Margaret Sullavan (1909-1960) was nominated for a Best Actress Oscar for her performance in Three Comrades (1938)

George III of the United Kingdom, 1816. Artist: Thomas Kelly-Kenny
George III of the United Kingdom, 1816

His Royal Highness the Duke of York, c19th century. Artist: Anthony Cardon
His Royal Highness the Duke of York, c19th century

Inhabitants of Marken Island, Netherlands, 1898. Artist: James Batkin
Inhabitants of Marken Island, Netherlands, 1898. The former island of Marken is a peninsula, now connected to the North Holland mainland by a causeway

George V with a wounded soldier, 7th Battalion Sherwood Foresters, March 1918
King George V with a wounded soldier, 7th Battalion Sherwood Foresters, First World War, March 1918. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

King George V with the 7th Battalion Sherwood Foresters, First World War, March 1918
King George V with the 7th Battalion Sherwood Foresters after Bullecourt, First World War, March 1918. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

Charles Groves in The Elder Miss Blossom, c1902. Artist: Ellis & Walery
Charles Groves in The Elder Miss Blossom, c1902. Irish actor Charles Groves (1841-1909)

Princess Elizabeth at Childrens Day, Richmond Horse Show, c1936. The future Queen Elizabeth II greets a competitor. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

The Duke of Gloucester riding with Princess Elizabeth in Windsor Great Park, c1936. The future Queen Elizabeth II with her uncle, Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester

Edward VIII (1894-1972), King of Great Britain and Ireland. Edward, seen here when Prince of Wales, succeeded his father George V to the throne in 1936

Advertisement for Braemar Woollens 1936. This illustration shows two women in riding outfits, advertising high quality wool jumpers for outdoor wear

Three dog handlers with six dogs in front of stables
Three dog handlers with six assorted dogs in front of stables. Date: circa 1920s

Happy Families - Mr Giles. circa 1940s

Riding Dress 1910
Sir Alfred Turner wears: jodhpurs, riding boots, checked waistcoat, high all round collar, bowler hat & a brown riding coat with rounded front borders. Date: 1910

Walking outfit 1910
Not for author Lucie Delarue- Mardrus the long dress and the feathered hat : when she goes walking - which she does a lot - she wears this eminently practical outfit Date: 1910

Two women with three dogs in a field. Date: circa 1920s

Jack Pickford, film actor, with dogs
Jack Pickford (1896-1933), Canadian-born American actor, film director and producer, with two dogs in a studio portrait. Date: circa 1910s

Polish army officer, WW1
A Polish army officer during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Black and white illustration of riding habit and whip, stirrup torch and fluorescent belt

Master James Keith Fraser on his Pony, Sir Francis Grant, 1803-1878, British

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Smithers (Monty) and Campbell"
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/558 1916-19 Photograph. From context may be Port Said

Gatwick Racecourse, Sussex, England Jockey, Walter Sibbritt, who is riding " O Ghady ". 25 September 1935

Warwickshire opening meet at Compton Verney, Warwickshire, England. Honourable Alexander Parker, Reverend and Mrs Gibbs waiting for the start of the Hunt. 1927

Bullingdon Club Point To Point at Launton. Lady Neumann and Miss Neumann

Cambridgeshire jockeys waiting for their mounts at Newmarket, Suffolk. 30 October 1934

The Meet of the West Kent hunt at Penshurst. Miss Davidson, Mr G M Davidson ( Master ) and Mr W C Crocker, right 12 November 1932

Miss Edna Maud the seventeen year old dancer on holiday. 19th July 1921

At the Ranelagh Club on the old Polo ground, a match between the, Hurricanes
At the Ranelagh Club on the old Polo ground, a match between the, " Hurricanes " versus " El Gordo ", in the final of the Kings Coronation Cup. 17 July 1929 1929

At the County Polo Pony Association Show at the Ranelagh Club, West London, the judges and referees. They are, from left to right; Commander PK Wise, Mr Tresham Gilbey, Colonel Matthew Lannowe

At the Ranelagh Club, the County Polo Association Pony Show;, Lady Molteno, Mr Renton - Coomber and Miss Audrey Molteno. 17 July 1929

At the Polo at Cowdray Park at Midhurst in Sussex, Daphne Pearson with Captain D Dawney. 1938

Watching the Polo at Cowdray Park at Midhurst in Sussex, Lord and Lady Cowdray with Mr John Lakin ( seen on the right ). 1938

The polo playing Earl of Erne with his fiance, Lady Davina Lytton, whose engagement was recently announced, leaving the Ranelagh Club today

Rutland Agricultural Show at Oakham. Lady Priscilla Willoughby and Major Smith ( Smith of the Blues ). 28 August 1932

At the Rutland County Show at Oakham. Mrs and Miss Gerrard Leigh 1931

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, YMCA Hebal Camp 1916
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 3284 Vol 1 2/6th Batt/035 1916 Postcard

Toungthou women - Kalaw - Dark, short, stocky women of Toungthou. Wear black loose hanging nightshirts some with baggy black pants, tight like jodhpurs over the calf

Boy and Girl in Jodhpurs

Wilhelm & Aviators
EX-KAISER, WILHELM II, (2nd left, with walking stick), with three famous German aviators (left to right), Captain Koehl, Major Fitzmaurice & Baron Heunefeld. Date: 1859 - 1941

General Dilleman with the French Army
General Dilleman, an American soldier with the French Army, discussing tactics in a field during the First World War. Date: circa 1917-1918

Eleven people in a garden wearing pith helmets -- six men and five women. One of the men is wearing shorts, and another man is in jodhpurs; the women are wearing ankle-length skirts

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"Jodhpurs: A Timeless Equestrian Fashion Statement" In the world of British jockeys, 1934 marked a significant year as jodhpurs became a popular choice for riders. Originally designed in 1935 by an unknown creator, these distinctive trousers quickly gained recognition among equestrians. One notable figure associated with jodhpurs was John Faulkner, the oldest living jockey who made headlines when he purchased a racehorse for only 5/6 d. Sporting his trusty pair of jodhpurs, Faulkner embodied the spirit and determination of a true horseman. These unique pants were not limited to racing circles alone; they found favor across various domains. A sporty equestrian blonde struck an elegant pose alongside her majestic steed, showcasing the versatility and style that came with wearing jodhpurs. Beyond individual enthusiasts, even esteemed organizations like the British South Africa Police and New Zealand Mounted Rifles adopted this fashionable attire in their uniforms during 1936. The durability and comfort offered by these trousers made them ideal for those serving on horseback. During World War II's Land Army in 1941, women donned practical yet stylish outfits while working tirelessly on farms across Britain. Jodhpurs became an essential part of their uniform as they embraced their roles as vital contributors to the war effort. Celebrities also recognized the allure of jodhpurs. Vera Lennox, a renowned actress from 1903-1984, captivated audiences both on stage and off with her theatrical portrait featuring these iconic trousers. Her portrayal of Pinkie Peach in Primrose at The Winter Garden solidified her status as a fashion icon. Even historical figures such as Christian Rudolph De Wet and Sir Thomas Kelly-Kenny were often seen sporting this timeless garment during their pursuits involving horses or military endeavors. It seemed that everyone wanted to be associated with the elegance and practicality that jodhpurs offered.