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Shire Horse Collection

Ploughing with shire horses in Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe: A timeless tradition that connects us to our agricultural roots

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Ploughing with shire horses, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Ploughing with shire horses, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The prayer of a horse to its master in a plea to be treated well (b / w photo)

The prayer of a horse to its master in a plea to be treated well (b / w photo)
5999793 The prayer of a horse to its master in a plea to be treated well (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Shire Horse stallion Harold, c1905 (c1910). Artist: Frank Babbage

Shire Horse stallion Harold, c1905 (c1910). Artist: Frank Babbage
Shire Horse stallion Harold, c1905 (c1910). Harolds descendants dominated the studbook and all post World War Two Shire Horses are descended from him

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Two Horses in the Snow

Two Horses in the Snow
Artist: Morland, George - Title: Two Horses in the Snow - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Wood 17.8 x 23.5

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho)

Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho)
5235836 Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho) by Simkin, Richard (1840-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Royalist cavalry, Battle of Naseby, English Civil War, 1645 (colour litho)

Royalist cavalry, Battle of Naseby, English Civil War, 1645 (colour litho)
7153969 Royalist cavalry, Battle of Naseby, English Civil War, 1645 (colour litho) by Stewart, J. A. (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royalist cavalry, Battle of Naseby)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Decorated shire horses pulling a plough in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Decorated shire horses pulling a plough in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Eadweard Muybridge: Transverse-Gallop (b / w photo)

Eadweard Muybridge: Transverse-Gallop (b / w photo)
6015711 Eadweard Muybridge: Transverse-Gallop (b/w photo) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Transverse-Gallop)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Tetley shire horses, Roundhay Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters

Tetley shire horses, Roundhay Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters
Tetley shire horses, Roundhay Park, Leeds, West Yorkshire, 1968. The world famous shire horses gave service to the company for 184 years

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Linseed mowing at Strood, West Sussex, August 1933

Linseed mowing at Strood, West Sussex, August 1933
Field of linseed being cut. 2 shire horses pulling mowing equipment George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N7772

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Hauling Timber, Stirlingshire, Scotland

Hauling Timber, Stirlingshire, Scotland
Artist: Morley, Henry - Title: Hauling Timber, Stirlingshire, Scotland - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 86.3 x 116.8

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Homeward Bound

Homeward Bound
Artist: Booth, James William - Title: Homeward Bound - Date: 1898 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 101.6 x 152.4

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Shire horse carriage ride in The Great Fountain Garden, Hampton Court Palace, London, England

Shire horse carriage ride in The Great Fountain Garden, Hampton Court Palace, London, England

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Second of May, 1808 or The Charge of the Mamelukes, 1814 (oil on canvas) (post-restoration)

The Second of May, 1808 or The Charge of the Mamelukes, 1814 (oil on canvas) (post-restoration)
2920870 The Second of May, 1808 or The Charge of the Mamelukes, 1814 (oil on canvas) (post-restoration) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 266x345 cm; Prado, Madrid

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle at Zajecar, 2-3 July 1876, during the First Serbo-Ottoman war (1876-77)

Battle at Zajecar, 2-3 July 1876, during the First Serbo-Ottoman war (1876-77), Neuruppiner Bilderbogen
DHC379965 Battle at Zajecar, 2-3 July 1876, during the First Serbo-Ottoman war (1876-77), Neuruppiner Bilderbogen, 1876 (colour litho) by German School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Laidly Worm of Spindleston Heugh, 1881 (oil on canvas)

The Laidly Worm of Spindleston Heugh, 1881 (oil on canvas)
FFA151968 The Laidly Worm of Spindleston Heugh, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); 74.5x169.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess Margaret was the Laidly Worm; )

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Queen in Ireland, Her Majesty driving by the Shore of Dublin Bay (litho)

The Queen in Ireland, Her Majesty driving by the Shore of Dublin Bay (litho)
1599567 The Queen in Ireland, Her Majesty driving by the Shore of Dublin Bay (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queen in Ireland)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Georgiana: a Horse, c. 1819 (oil on canvas)

Georgiana: a Horse, c. 1819 (oil on canvas)
7240664 Georgiana: a Horse, c.1819 (oil on canvas) by Weaver, Thomas (1774-1843); 70x89 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Georgiana: a horse facing left in a landscape)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Roman Emperor Caligula entertaining his favourite horse, Incitatus, at supper (engraving)

The Roman Emperor Caligula entertaining his favourite horse, Incitatus, at supper (engraving)
7148832 The Roman Emperor Caligula entertaining his favourite horse, Incitatus, at supper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: LEON TOLSTOI LABOURANT, 1887 (oil on cardboard)

LEON TOLSTOI LABOURANT, 1887 (oil on cardboard)
7215383 LEON TOLSTOI LABOURANT, 1887 (oil on cardboard) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: 1887//Oil on cardboard At Iasnaya Polyana in August 1887)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Revelation: Vision of Death, by Gustave Dore. - Bible

Revelation: Vision of Death, by Gustave Dore. - Bible
3780046 Revelation: Vision of Death, by Gustave Dore. - Bible by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Revelation: Vision of Death, engraving by Gustave Dore)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: William Ward Tailby (colour litho)

William Ward Tailby (colour litho)
611739 William Ward Tailby (colour litho) by Fildes, Samuel Luke (1844-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Ward Tailby, A Leicestershire Man, 6 April 1899)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Love Me, Love My Horse (colour litho)

Love Me, Love My Horse (colour litho)
5230192 Love Me, Love My Horse (colour litho) by Underwood, Clarence F. (1871-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Love Me, Love My Horse)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Hern Hill, London (engraving)

Hern Hill, London (engraving)
585997 Hern Hill, London (engraving) by Baynes, Thomas Mann (1794-1854); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hern Hill, London; Plate from Views of Picturesque Scenery of the Environs of London)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637 (engraving)

Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637 (engraving)
3647180 Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caliph Umar entering Jerusalem, 637)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Manchester Race Course (engraving)

Manchester Race Course (engraving)
5231041 Manchester Race Course (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester Race Course)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: HSH The Duke of Teck, The most popular of princes he has married the most popular of princesses

HSH The Duke of Teck, The most popular of princes he has married the most popular of princesses, 14 May 1870
611752 HSH The Duke of Teck, The most popular of princes he has married the most popular of princesses, 14 May 1870, Vanity Fair cartoon (colour litho) by Thompson

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Detail of The Entry of Louis XIV (1638-1715) and Maria Theresa (1638-83) into Arras

Detail of The Entry of Louis XIV (1638-1715) and Maria Theresa (1638-83) into Arras, 30th July 1667, c
XIR205466 Detail of The Entry of Louis XIV (1638-1715) and Maria Theresa (1638-83) into Arras, 30th July 1667, c.1685 (oil on canvas) by Meulen

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The military campaigns led by the Byzantine Emperor Leon VI 'The Wise'(866-912)

The military campaigns led by the Byzantine Emperor Leon VI "The Wise"(866-912)
AIS5344072 The military campaigns led by the Byzantine Emperor Leon VI " The Wise" (866-912) against the Bulgarians in 894, miniature from " Synopsis historiarum", c.1126-1150

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Sir Hugo as a three-year old held by Groom in a Stable, c. 1875-92 (oil on canvas)

Sir Hugo as a three-year old held by Groom in a Stable, c. 1875-92 (oil on canvas)
7240951 Sir Hugo as a three-year old held by Groom in a Stable, c.1875-92 (oil on canvas) by Hopkins, W.H. (d.1892); 87.5x75 cm; The Weston Park Foundation, Shropshire

Background imageShire Horse Collection: An Encounter on the Road, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)

An Encounter on the Road, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
5895234 An Encounter on the Road, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Walbourn, Ernest (1872-1927); 61x91.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Walbourn, Ernest (1872-1927))

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Queen Elizabeths Horse (litho)

Queen Elizabeths Horse (litho)
7166066 Queen Elizabeths Horse (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Elizabeths Horse. From a picture at Hatfield House)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Jason and the Argonauts: 'The good ship Argo leapt up from the sand upon the rollers

Jason and the Argonauts: "The good ship Argo leapt up from the sand upon the rollers
5989624 Jason and the Argonauts: " The good ship Argo leapt up from the sand upon the rollers, and plunged onward like a gallant horse" (litho) by Soper

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself

Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself
LLM455680 Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (fl.1888-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho)

2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho)
730284 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Racehorses leaping a hurdle (colour litho)

Racehorses leaping a hurdle (colour litho)
816730 Racehorses leaping a hurdle (colour litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Racehorses leaping a hurdle.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving)

Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving)
729503 Epsom Racecourse (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epsom Racecourse - The Coming In. Engraving by Smyth)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Negus Menelik at the battle of Adwa (colour litho)

The Negus Menelik at the battle of Adwa (colour litho)
2818920 The Negus Menelik at the battle of Adwa (colour litho) by Buffet, Paul (1864-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Negus Menelik at the battle of Adwa. Painting by Paul Buffet)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: La Politesse d Aujourd hui (colour litho)

La Politesse d Aujourd hui (colour litho)
3098427 La Politesse d Aujourd hui (colour litho) by Marchetti, Ludovico (1853-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Politesse d Aujourd hui)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: General Robert Lee and his staff, Gettysburg, PA (colour litho)

General Robert Lee and his staff, Gettysburg, PA (colour litho)
3095844 General Robert Lee and his staff, Gettysburg, PA (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Robert Lee and his staff, Gettysburg, PA)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Wheelwright (engraving)

Wheelwright (engraving)
2802012 Wheelwright (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wheelwright. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Harrowing on the South Downs near Willmington, Sussex, (w / c on paper)

Harrowing on the South Downs near Willmington, Sussex, (w / c on paper)
BOU203100 Harrowing on the South Downs near Willmington, Sussex, (w/c on paper) by Swanwick, Joseph Harold (1866-1929); 50.8x76.2 cm; Private Collection; Bourne Gallery, Reigate, Surrey; English

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Advert for Johns Deed & Sons, leather manufacturers and merchants, 451 New Oxford Street

Advert for Johns Deed & Sons, leather manufacturers and merchants, 451 New Oxford Street, London (engraving)
583617 Advert for Johns Deed & Sons, leather manufacturers and merchants, 451 New Oxford Street, London (engraving) by English School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Duke and Duchess of York reviewing the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common (litho)

The Duke and Duchess of York reviewing the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common (litho)
1597723 The Duke and Duchess of York reviewing the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Standards of Old England (colour litho)

Standards of Old England (colour litho)
3100084 Standards of Old England (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Standards of Old England)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Richard the Lionheart (colour litho)

Richard the Lionheart (colour litho)
2775125 Richard the Lionheart (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard the Lionheart)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Her majesty the Queen (b / w photo)

Her majesty the Queen (b / w photo)
6033860 Her majesty the Queen (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her majesty the Queen)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Widecombe Fair (colour litho)

Widecombe Fair (colour litho)
3094380 Widecombe Fair (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Widecombe Fair. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Ploughing, 1862

Ploughing, 1862
BON57648 Ploughing, 1862 by Herring Jnr, John Frederick (1815-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Jnr John Frederick Herring); Photo © Bonhams, London, UK

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The emperor Constantine seeing the sign of the Cross

The emperor Constantine seeing the sign of the Cross
LLM457145 The emperor Constantine seeing the sign of the Cross by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The emperor Constantine seeing the sign of the Cross)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Samson strong man with Shire horse across his chest. 9th September 1924

Samson strong man with Shire horse across his chest. 9th September 1924

Background imageShire Horse Collection: East Yorkshire Farrier seen here shoe-ing a Shire horse. 1st March 1977

East Yorkshire Farrier seen here shoe-ing a Shire horse. 1st March 1977

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Beer delivery in the snow to The Old Crown public house in Union Street in Kingston Upon

Beer delivery in the snow to The Old Crown public house in Union Street in Kingston Upon Thames. Circa January 1939

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Show of the Shire Horse Society at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1886. Creator: Unknown

Show of the Shire Horse Society at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Show of the Shire Horse Society at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Harvest-Home Custom in France, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Harvest-Home Custom in France, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Harvest-Home Custom in France, 1854....the French have advanced in agricultural...skill, in comfort, and in wealth, are better fed and better clothed, as they have increased in numbers

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Ploughing in France, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Ploughing in France, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Ploughing in France, 1854. Agriculture in France...is still, compared to our own agriculture [ie British], in a backward condition

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Shire Horse, n.d. Creator: William Nicholson

The Shire Horse, n.d. Creator: William Nicholson
The Shire Horse, n.d

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Allegory of the city of Arezzo, Italy. Painting by Giorgio Vasari and his studio (1511-1574), 1565

Allegory of the city of Arezzo, Italy. Painting by Giorgio Vasari and his studio (1511-1574), 1565
BEN5476809 Allegory of the city of Arezzo, Italy. Painting by Giorgio Vasari and his studio (1511-1574), 1565. 16th century Italian mannerism. Ceiling in the Salle dei Cinquecento

Background imageShire Horse Collection: A Crusader Battle (oil on canvas)

A Crusader Battle (oil on canvas)
6867099 A Crusader Battle (oil on canvas) by Calza, Antonio (1653-1725); 94.2x127.5 cm; Private Collection

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle scene (with self-portrait) (painting, c. 1640)

Battle scene (with self-portrait) (painting, c. 1640)
LRI4574300 Battle scene (with self-portrait) (painting, c.1640) by Rosa, Salvator (1615-73); Galleria Palatina & Appartamenti Reali di Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Emperor Maximilian I, of Habsburg

Emperor Maximilian I, of Habsburg
3780377 Emperor Maximilian I, of Habsburg; (add.info.: Emperor Maximilian I, of Habsburg, Holy Roman Emperor, shown atop a horse which wears elaborately decorated caparison armour)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: French knight - male costume of 14th century

French knight - male costume of 14th century
3780372 French knight - male costume of 14th century; (add.info.: French knight - male costume of 14th century, shown atop a horse wearing yellow caparison, knight with full armour)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Druze (Druses) looted the streets of Damascus (Syria) during the attack on the city by planes

The Druze (Druses) looted the streets of Damascus (Syria) during the attack on the city by planes
XEE4133952 The Druze (Druses) looted the streets of Damascus (Syria) during the attack on the city by planes and a self-machine gun (self-machine gun)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Robert I of France (865-923), crowned King of the Franks in 922, killed by soldier of Charles III

Robert I of France (865-923), crowned King of the Franks in 922, killed by soldier of Charles III
XEE4183540 Robert I of France (865-923), crowned King of the Franks in 922, killed by soldier of Charles III: Engraving in " Histoire de France populaire" by Henri Martin. 19th century

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Fox, the Wolf, and the Horse (Collection 3, Book 12, fable 17)

The Fox, the Wolf, and the Horse (Collection 3, Book 12, fable 17) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La
XEE4161948 The Fox, the Wolf, and the Horse (Collection 3, Book 12, fable 17) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The fight of Giaour and Pasha. Inspire from Lord Byrons poem 'Le Giaour '

The fight of Giaour and Pasha. Inspire from Lord Byrons poem "Le Giaour "
AIS5360229 The fight of Giaour and Pasha. Inspire from Lord Byrons poem " Le Giaour ". Orientalism Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1827 Chicago. Art Institute of Chicago

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Turkish pirates captured in Maccarese, near Rome, detail (painting, 18th century)

Turkish pirates captured in Maccarese, near Rome, detail (painting, 18th century)
LRI4643575 Turkish pirates captured in Maccarese, near Rome, detail (painting, 18th century) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo di Roma, Rome

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho)

Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho)
3096878 Illustration for La Vie De Londres by Mars (litho) by Bonvoisin, Maurice Charles Mathieu (Mars) (1849-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Wounded French dragoon shooting a Prussian lancer at the Battle of Saint-Privat, Franco-Prussian War

Wounded French dragoon shooting a Prussian lancer at the Battle of Saint-Privat, Franco-Prussian War
5998712 Wounded French dragoon shooting a Prussian lancer at the Battle of Saint-Privat, Franco-Prussian War, 18 August 1870 (coloured engraving) by French School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband

The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband
FLO4690159 The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Great combat of riders and infantrymen Painting by Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668) 17th century Sun

Great combat of riders and infantrymen Painting by Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668) 17th century Sun. 0, 99x1, 35 m
JLJ4604106 Great combat of riders and infantrymen Painting by Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668) 17th century Sun. 0, 99x1, 35 m by Wouwermans or Wouwerman, Philips (1619-68); Louvre, Paris

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Deportation of Leon Trotsky (Trotsky) (1879-1940) to Siberia

Deportation of Leon Trotsky (Trotsky) (1879-1940) to Siberia, condemned for opposing the Russian Bolshevik government
XEE4183909 Deportation of Leon Trotsky (Trotsky) (1879-1940) to Siberia, condemned for opposing the Russian Bolshevik government. Engraving. One of " Le petit journal illustrious", 1928

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Departure of King Ferdinand VII to Bayonne 1808 (Abdications of Bayonne)

Departure of King Ferdinand VII to Bayonne 1808 (Abdications of Bayonne) - Depart for the Interview of Bayonne (1808)
XEE4150827 Departure of King Ferdinand VII to Bayonne 1808 (Abdications of Bayonne) - Depart for the Interview of Bayonne (1808)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Griffin, youngest son of Charles Martel, is advised by his mother to declare war against his two

Griffin, youngest son of Charles Martel, is advised by his mother to declare war against his two brothers
IND325864 Griffin, youngest son of Charles Martel, is advised by his mother to declare war against his two brothers, miniature from the Chronicle of France, printed by A

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle scene Miniature from a French codex on parchment 'Facts of the Romans'recounting

Battle scene Miniature from a French codex on parchment "Facts of the Romans"recounting the ancient history
LRI4636246 Battle scene Miniature from a French codex on parchment " Facts of the Romans" recounting the ancient history up to Jules Cesar (101 BC-44 BC)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Duel of Knights (Knights fighting) Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760)

Duel of Knights (Knights fighting) Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) Venice Museo Correr
LRI4633829 Duel of Knights (Knights fighting) Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) Venice Museo Correr by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); Museo Correr, Venice

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The ruad of a mare seriously injures a young walker in the chest

The ruad of a mare seriously injures a young walker in the chest. Engraving in "Le petit journal"3 / 7
LSE4326774 The ruad of a mare seriously injures a young walker in the chest. Engraving in " Le petit journal" 3/7/1898. Selva Collection

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Art Islam: Page of a falnama: Iman Reza fights a Div (demon). Painting in 'Livre des presages', 1550

Art Islam: Page of a falnama: Iman Reza fights a Div (demon). Painting in "Livre des presages", 1550
JLJ4596657 Art Islam: Page of a falnama: Iman Reza fights a Div (demon). Painting in " Livre des presages", 1550. Dim: 0, 44 x 0, 59m

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle of the soldiers of Emperor Othon I (Otton or Oton I, 912-973)

Battle of the soldiers of Emperor Othon I (Otton or Oton I, 912-973). Miniature in "Le miroir historial"
LRI4665360 Battle of the soldiers of Emperor Othon I (Otton or Oton I, 912-973). Miniature in " Le miroir historial" (Speculum Historiale) by Vincent de Beauvais (1190-1264)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Red Skin Riders attacking a diligence in the Prairie. Engraving in 'Le journal de la jeunesse', 1884

Red Skin Riders attacking a diligence in the Prairie. Engraving in "Le journal de la jeunesse", 1884
XEE4134092 Red Skin Riders attacking a diligence in the Prairie. Engraving in " Le journal de la jeunesse", 1884

Background imageShire Horse Collection: First page of the history of King Juan I of Castile (1358-90)

First page of the history of King Juan I of Castile (1358-90) Chronicle of the Kings of Castile by Pedro Lopez de Ayala
IND113625 First page of the history of King Juan I of Castile (1358-90) Chronicle of the Kings of Castile by Pedro Lopez de Ayala (1332-1407) (engraving)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Taking of Lugo by Alfonso I of Asturias (c. 693-757) in 755, 19th century (tile panel)

The Taking of Lugo by Alfonso I of Asturias (c. 693-757) in 755, 19th century (tile panel)
IND113091 The Taking of Lugo by Alfonso I of Asturias (c.693-757) in 755, 19th century (tile panel) by Mensaque, A (19th century); Plaza de Espana, Seville

Background imageShire Horse Collection: General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860

General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (see 262385)
IND86495 General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (see 262385) by Sans y Cabot, Francisco (1828-81); Museu d Art Modern, Barcelona

Background imageShire Horse Collection: General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860

General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 86495)
IND262385 General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 86495) by Sans y Cabot, Francisco (1828-81); Museu d Art Modern, Barcelona




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Ploughing with shire horses in Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe: A timeless tradition that connects us to our agricultural roots. These magnificent creatures, known as shire horses, have been an integral part of farming for centuries. In the depths of winter, when snow blankets the countryside, two horses stand proudly against the white backdrop. Their sturdy frames and thick coats are a testament to their resilience and adaptability. Eadweard Muybridge's iconic black and white photograph captures the grace and power of these majestic animals in motion. The transverse-gallop freeze-frame reveals every muscle flexed as they gallop through time. During the English Civil War in 1645, shire horses served as loyal companions to the Royalist cavalry at the Battle of Naseby. This color lithograph immortalizes their bravery on that fateful day. In Cornwall, England, decorated shire horses pull a plough adorned with intricate patterns, and is a sight that showcases not only their strength but also their beauty as they work harmoniously with humans to cultivate the land. The expertise of wheelwrights is highlighted in an engraving depicting them crafting wheels for these mighty beasts. Their craftsmanship ensures smooth journeys for both horse and driver alike. From linseed mowing in Strood to hauling timber in Stirlingshire, Scotland - shire horses have played a vital role across various industries throughout history. Their unwavering dedication has helped shape our landscapes and build our communities. As evening falls over picturesque countryside roadsides or bustling city streets alike; "Homeward Bound" becomes a familiar scene - tired yet contented shire horses making their way back home after a hard day's work. Artistic masterpieces like "The Entry of Louis XIV" capture historical moments where these noble steeds were present alongside royalty – symbols of prestige and power pulling carriages fit for kings and queens.

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