Number 4 Collection

Colour coded jackets for greyhound race dogs

Cow Bell #4, c. 1936. Creator: Dorothy Brennan
Cow Bell #4, c. 1936

French racing driver Henry Rougiers De Dietrich 24 / 28, Coppa Florio, Brescia, Italy
French racing driver Henry Rougiers De Dietrich 24/28 competing in the Coppa Florio, Brescia, Italy, 1905

Jaguar D types in the paddock, RAC Tourist Trophy, Goodwood, Sussex, 1958. Car number 6, driven by Duncan Hamilton and Peter Blond came sixth in the race

Churn, c. 1937. Creator: George Loughridge
Churn, c. 1937

Comic set of numerals (colour litho)
6032814 Comic set of numerals (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comic set of numerals)

Pair of green plastic dice, showing lucky 7. (Photo by H
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Pair of green plastic dice, showing lucky 7

Unidentified motorcycle at an early motoring trial, pre 1914. Artist: Bill Brunell
Unidentified Motorcycle. Event Entry No: 4. Place: Early motorcycle trial. Date: Pre-WW I

Studebaker of CW Johnstone and AES Walter at the JCC Double Twelve Race, Brooklands, Surrey, 1929
Studebaker 5518 cc. Event Entry No: 4. Drivers: Johnstone, C.W./Walter, A.E.S. Finished: 19th. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. Double-Twelve Race. Date: 10/11.5.29

Vauxhall, Riley and Amilcar racing at a BARC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey, 1931 Artist: Bill Brunell
Left: Vauxhall 4398 cc. Event Entry No: 4. Centre: Riley 1089 cc. Right: Amilcar 1087 cc. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Date: 6.4.31

Vauxhall and Salmson racing at a BARC meeting, Brooklands, Surrey, 1931 Artist: Bill Brunell
Right: Vauxhall 4398 cc. Event Entry No: 4. Centre: Salmson Event Entry No: 15. Place: Brooklands. B.A.R.C. Date: 6.4.31

Two Frazer-Nash cars racing at Donington Park, Leicestershire, 1930s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Frazer-Nash 1496 cc.Entry No: 4. Background: Frazer-Nash TT Replica 1934 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. AMT409. Event Entry No: 9. Driver: Casswell, G. Chassis No. 2106. Donington Park

Mercedes-Benz (Rudolf Caracciola), 1938. From Willss Cigarettes - Speed: A Series of 50 [W. D. & H.O. Wills, Bristol, 1938]

Count Zborowski, the younger, on a Mercedes, 1937. Count Louis Vorow Zborowski (1895-1924). From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell

Unbreakable, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Portobello, Jockey: P. Beasley, 1939. Portobello was unbeaten in 1938 and won most of his five races with ease. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Couvert, Jockey: C. Richards, 1939. Winner of the Royal Hunt Cup. From Racehorses & Jockeys, 1938 - A Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, Bristol, 1939]

Smart cornering in I. O. M. Race: The Hon. Brian Lewis, 1937
Smart cornering in I.O.M. Race: The Hon. Brian Lewis, 1937. From Sir Malcolm Campbells Book of Famous Motorists, edited by Sir Malcolm Campbell. [Blackie & Son Limited, London and Glasgow, 1937]

Portrait Josnia Parduyn 1642-1718 second wife
Portrait of Josnia Parduyn (1642-1718), second wife of Aernout van Citters, Portrait of Josina Parduyn (1642-1718), second wife of Aernout van Citters

The Town Pump
Two women wait to get water at a communal town pump while a third pumps and a fourth walks away with a full jug balanced on her head, New York, New York, 1700s. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Illustration of adding numbers on scales

Brooklands Paddock
13th April 1914: Spectators watch as competitors assemble in the paddock at Brooklands for the fourth 75 mph short handicap race of the ARC Easter Meeting. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Wright Machine
1st August 1909: Paul Tissandiers Wright Biplane at the Reims Aviation Week, with tail number 4 and its launching pylon and rails

Dice
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Pair Of Dice. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Pair of dice showing lucky seven
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Pair of green plastic dice, showing lucky 7. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Racing car with number 4 on

Italian Cavalry Officer Hat, 19th Century
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Genoa Cavalry Officer cap

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"Number 4: A Kaleidoscope of Racing, Luck, and History" In the world of greyhound racing, number 4 stands out with its vibrant colour-coded jackets that adorn the sleek bodies of these magnificent race dogs. Each jacket represents a different competitor, adding an exciting visual element to the fast-paced sport. Speaking of races, French racing driver Henry Rougiers De Dietrich left his mark on history during the Coppa Florio in Brescia, Italy. In his powerful car numbered 24/28, he showcased his skill and determination as he sped through the track. Meanwhile, at Goodwood in Sussex back in 1958, Jaguar D types lined up in the paddock for the RAC Tourist Trophy. These iconic cars exuded elegance and power as they awaited their turn to unleash their roaring engines on the renowned circuit. The mention of "Four Riders of the Apocalypse" brings forth imagery from biblical tales—a symbol representing chaos and destruction. It reminds us that even numbers can carry profound meanings beyond what meets the eye. On a lighter note, George Loughridge's artwork titled "Churn" takes us back to simpler times—c. 1937—where we see four individuals engaged in churning butter together. This charming scene captures a sense of community and cooperation amidst everyday tasks. Comic set numerals add a touch of playfulness to our perception of number 4. Vibrant colors come alive through lithography techniques—an artistic representation that showcases how numbers can be transformed into captivating visuals. Luck is often associated with dice games; hence we find ourselves looking at green plastic dice showing lucky number 7—a combination believed to bring good fortune according to superstitions passed down through generations. History takes center stage once again with King Henry IV making an appearance—a monarch whose reign shaped nations and influenced countless lives throughout time. His legacy serves as a reminder that behind every numeral lies stories waiting to be discovered.