Sledge Collection (#2)

Polar sketches. Returning to the ship after an unsuccessful attempt to find the North Pole, 1876 (chromolithograph)
7295653 Polar sketches. Returning to the ship after an unsuccessful attempt to find the North Pole, 1876 (chromolithograph) by Moss, Edward Lawton (1843-80); 19.7x28 cm; National Maritime Museum

Robert F. Scott, British Antarctic Expedition (1910-1913), 1911 (b/w photo)
7295775 Robert F. Scott, British Antarctic Expedition (1910-1913), 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); National Maritime Museum, London

Satellite sledge assigned to HMS Discovery for Arctic exploration with ice saw in position
7295733 Satellite sledge assigned to HMS Discovery for Arctic exploration with ice saw in position. c.1875 (wood, organic: leather, metal); National Maritime Museum, London

Postcard, New Year's Greetings " Happy New Year": portrait of a girl with a Christmas tree
LET4395691 Postcard, New Year's Greetings " Happy New Year": portrait of a girl with a Christmas tree. The beginning of the 20th century

Postcard, New Year's Greetings "Happy New Year", two girls in sledge on snow
LET4395666 Postcard, New Year's Greetings "Happy New Year", two girls in sledge on snow. The beginning of the 20th century

Postcard, Christmas greeting: child pulling a sleigh with his sister and mother. The beginning of the 20th century
LET4395610 Postcard, Christmas greeting: child pulling a sleigh with his sister and mother. The beginning of the 20th century

Humorous cat postcard (colour litho)
8643337 Humorous cat postcard (colour litho) by Thiele, Carl Robert Arthur (1860-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous cat postcard)

France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games, luge with spectators in uniform, 1924
LUX4811386 France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74), Chamonix: The first Olympic Winter Games, luge with spectators in uniform, 1924; (add.info.: France, Rhone-Alpes, Haute-Savoie (74)

Winter Games: a family descend at full speed a snow-covered sledge street, New England (New England), United States
NWI4884781 Winter Games: a family descend at full speed a snow-covered sledge street, New England (New England), United States, 19th century

Sliding games on an improvised ice rink on the Schuylkill River near Philadelphia in the United States (USA)
NWI4885324 Sliding games on an improvised ice rink on the Schuylkill River near Philadelphia in the United States (USA) around 1880

Letter G: On the Ice, Gaston walks by sledding, little Gabrielle. Engraving in " ABC fun"
DUV4207524 Letter G: On the Ice, Gaston walks by sledding, little Gabrielle. Engraving in " ABC fun". Monrocq Freres, editors, beginning of the 20th century. 20 pages. Dim: 24, 5x18, 5cm

Siberian hunters on wooden skis, 1850
3359106 Siberian hunters on wooden skis, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Siberian hunters on wooden skis. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Shakers going to a meeting in Winter, 1850
3330748 Shakers going to a meeting in Winter, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Shakers going to a meeting in Winter - men and women on separate sides of the sledge)

Promenades Aeriennes, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper)
7485281 Promenades Aeriennes, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper) by Mesangere, Pierre de La (1761-1831); 21x29 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Sledge descent in the Alps around 1900. postcard, early 20th century (photo)
PCT4256500 Sledge descent in the Alps around 1900. postcard, early 20th century (photo); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023

Marie Antoinette's sleigh, a carriage mounted on skis. Marie Antoinette raced Madame de Lamballe around Versailles
FLO4671811 Marie Antoinette's sleigh, a carriage mounted on skis. Marie Antoinette raced Madame de Lamballe around Versailles

HM Sledge Erin, 19th century (print)
7295465 HM Sledge Erin, 19th century (print); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Page 205 illustration from George F M'Dougall The Eventful Voyage of HM Discovery Resolute to)

Picture series shadow plays, the coachman, Liebig picture
7277922 Picture series shadow plays, the coachman, Liebig picture; Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture series shadow plays, the coachman, Liebig picture)

The Joys of Winter, after the 16th century engraving by De Bruyn. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter
955338 The Joys of Winter, after the 16th century engraving by De Bruyn. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection

Children ice skating (chromolitho)
8677280 Children ice skating (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children ice skating)

Montagne artificielle de Belleville, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper)
7485283 Montagne artificielle de Belleville, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper) by Mesangere, Pierre de La (1761-1831); 23x28 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Promenades Aeriennes, 1817 (engraving on paper)
7485279 Promenades Aeriennes, 1817 (engraving on paper) by Garneray, Louis (1783-1857); 26x43 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau, 1916 (card)
7295720 A Sledge Team on the King Edward VII, Plateau, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: No 14)

Departure of the travelling parties from Resolute and Intrepid, 4 April 1853, 19th century (print)
7295466 Departure of the travelling parties from Resolute and Intrepid, 4 April 1853, 19th century (print); National Maritime Museum, London

A small cannon mounted on a horse-drawn sledge
5312179 A small cannon mounted on a horse-drawn sledge; (add.info.: Woodcut engraving depicting a small cannon mounted on a horse-drawn sledge. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Prospectors transporting their baggage up the arduous Chilkoot Pass
5308519 Prospectors transporting their baggage up the arduous Chilkoot Pass.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Klondyke gold digging prospectors transporting their baggage up the arduous Chilkoot)

Unpacking Sledge and Setting up Camp, 1916 (card)
7295714 Unpacking Sledge and Setting up Camp, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: No 10)

The threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge
3732437 The threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge)

Young Girl and Boy Tobogganing, Victorian Christmas and New Year card
BAL10963 Young Girl and Boy Tobogganing, Victorian Christmas and New Year card; Private Collection

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Russian soldiers carrying their wounded through the snow, 1904 (litho)
8655612 Russian soldiers carrying their wounded through the snow, 1904 (litho) by Koekkoek, Hermanus Willem (1867-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

La Ramasse, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper)
7485286 La Ramasse, 1817 (hand coloured etching on paper) by Mesangere, Pierre de La (1761-1831); 21x28 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

The furthest south: Lat 85° 17 South, National Antarctic Expedition. From album by Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton entitled
7295476 The furthest south: Lat 85° 17 South, National Antarctic Expedition. From album by Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton entitled National Antarctic Expedition (1901-1903)

Curious Dogs from the North Pole; or the Return of the Arctic Expedition!!, 1808 (coloured etching)
7295575 Curious Dogs from the North Pole; or the Return of the Arctic Expedition!!, 1808 (coloured etching) by British School, (19th century); 24.6x35 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

McClintock eight-man sledge used on Nares's Arctic expedition 1875-1876
7295350 McClintock eight-man sledge used on Nares's Arctic expedition 1875-1876. 1875 (wood, metal: copper, organic: canvas); 83.8x348x99.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Winter Games: Sledge racing in the Montreal Park Slides, Canada, years 1880. Colourful engraving of the 19th century
NWI4885265 Winter Games: Sledge racing in the Montreal Park Slides, Canada, years 1880. Colourful engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Winter Games: Sledge racing in the Montreal Park Slides)

American daily life: winter leisure, children playing toboggan on a snow village road after a storm (Connecticut)
NWI4884951 American daily life: winter leisure, children playing toboggan on a snow village road after a storm (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine or Vermont) around 1800

Crowds cheer on a horse-drawn sledge during celebrations in Paris, 1850
3331092 Crowds cheer on a horse-drawn sledge during celebrations in Paris, 1850; (add.info.: Crowds cheer on a horse-drawn sledge during celebrations in Paris)

G as a slide. Alphabet on the theme of games. Chromolithography of B. Sirven, late 19th century. Dim: 12x8, 5cm
DUV4198083 G as a slide. Alphabet on the theme of games. Chromolithography of B. Sirven, late 19th century. Dim: 12x8, 5cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: G as a slide)

The Sledge (engraving)
8631736 The Sledge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sledge. Illustration for Birthday Keepsake by H Wood Smith (James B Knapp)

Ice skating on the Long Water, Hampton Court (engraving)
8631469 Ice skating on the Long Water, Hampton Court (engraving) by Ward, Enoch (1859-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ice skating on the Long Water, Hampton Court, Richmond upon Thames)

Russians enjoying a ride on an Ice Mountain, the artificial sledge runs which were constructed during the winter for
530597 Russians enjoying a ride on an Ice Mountain, the artificial sledge runs which were constructed during the winter for public amusement in cities such as St Petersburg and Moscow. Woodcut, 1836

Fire engine. From Georg Andreas Bockler Theatrum Machinarum Novum, Nuremberg, 1673. Engraving
530356 Fire engine. From Georg Andreas Bockler Theatrum Machinarum Novum, Nuremberg, 1673. Engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG

Polar Sketches. On the Northern March, April 8, 1876 (chromolithograph, coloured)
7295654 Polar Sketches. On the Northern March, April 8, 1876 (chromolithograph, coloured) by Moss, Edward Lawton (1843-80); 19.7x27.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Postcard, Christmas greetings: young girl with sleigh and Christmas tree by the lake. Early 20th century
LET4395604 Postcard, Christmas greetings: young girl with sleigh and Christmas tree by the lake. Early 20th century. by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Postcard)

Advertising for chocolate Poulain, late 19th, beg 20th century (chromolithograph)
PCT4297263 Advertising for chocolate Poulain, late 19th, beg 20th century (chromolithograph); (add.info.: young women ice skating in the winter); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023

Letter F: Happy Feast! Grandma! Letter G: On the Ice, Gaston walks by sledding, little Gabrielle
DUV4207513 Letter F: Happy Feast! Grandma! Letter G: On the Ice, Gaston walks by sledding, little Gabrielle. Engraving in " ABC fun". Monrocq Freres, editors, beginning of the 20th century

Arctic expedition led by Sir John Franklin, 1880 (engraving)
864843 Arctic expedition led by Sir John Franklin, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: British overland Arctic expedition led by Sir John Franklin (1786-1847) 1819-1822

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"Sledge: A Timeless Tool of Exploration and Winter Fun" From Captain Scott and his men at the South Pole in 1912 to a young boy sledging down a grassy bank, the sledge has played an integral role in various events and exploration throughout history. In 1911, artist Edward Wilson captured the essence of sledging through his artwork, depicting adventurers braving icy terrains. Not limited to human use, even animals like Shackleton's Manchurian ponies in Antarctica relied on sledges for transportation during their expeditions in 1908. Additionally, the Alaskan Malamute Dog - seen as a symbol of strength and endurance - would pull sledges effortlessly across snowy landscapes. The versatility of the sledge is evident not only in polar expeditions but also closer to home. Logging activities in Wisconsin during the 1800s heavily relied on this trusty tool to transport timber efficiently. Similarly, American homesteaders embraced winter by engaging in thrilling sledding adventures with family and friends. As technology advanced, motorized versions of sledges emerged – such as those used by explorers who ventured towards the South Pole. These innovative machines revolutionized polar exploration by providing faster means of travel across treacherous icy terrain. Sledging holds a special place among children too; it remains an exhilarating pastime that brings joy and laughter during winter months. Whether gliding down snow-covered hills or racing against friends, children have cherished these timeless moments for generations. The significance of sledging extends beyond mere recreation; it represents resilience, determination, and discovery amidst challenging environments. From Scott Polar Expedition's point on Barne Glacier to proudly planting Norway's flag at the South Pole in 1911 – each journey undertaken using a sledge was marked with triumph over adversity.