Sledging Collection (#7)

Winter Scene with Skaters (oil on copper)
3087028 Winter Scene with Skaters (oil on copper) by Griffier, Jan the Elder (c.1645-1718); 43x55 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Dutch, out of copyright

Sledging on the Barrier Before the Return of the Sun, c1908, (1909)
Sledging on the Barrier Before the Return of the Sun. Mount Erebus in the Background. Temperature Minus 58° Fahr. c1908, (1909)

A word from Lord Northesk I Bank On Booths At Every Turn, c1935 (1935). David Ludovic George Hopetoun Carnegie, 11th Earl of Northesk (1901-1963), Scottish representative peer

A Glimpse of Canada, 1893
A glimpse of Canada, 1893. Across the great dividing seas, we stretch a kindly hand, to where Canadian rivers freeze in the wild western land

Ice castle, Antarctica, c1911. Artist: Herbert Ponting
Ice castle, Antarctica, c1911. A sledge and huskies on the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, Captain Robert Falcon Scotts (1868-1912) ill-fated attempt to reach the South Pole

Samoyed travelling on a sleigh pulled by reindeer, late 16th-early 17th century. Dutch depiction of a Samoyed man (indigenous Siberian) driving a sleigh or sledge

Portrait of a dog
Photographer: Hurley, James Francis (Frank) (1885-1962). Expedition: Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition 1914-17. Leader: Ernest Shackleton. Date: 1914

Christmas day camp by two large boulders
Photographer: Reginald Skelton (1872-1956).Expedition: British National Antarctic Expedition 1901-04 (Discovery). Camp scene with four tents pitched on the ice beside large rock boulders

Sledge journey towards Mount Terror
Photographer: Reginald Skelton (1872-1956). Expedition: British National Antarctic Expedition 1901-04 (Discovery). A group of expedition members take a rest from their journey

The Southern Depot sledge party
Photographer: Reginald William Skelton (1872-1956).Expedition: British National Antarctic Expedition 1901-04 (Discovery). Group of expedition members before setting off on their journey

Dr Koettlitz, Bernacchi and the carpenter Dailey starting south west
Photographer: Reginald William Skelton (1872-1956). Expedition: British National Antarctic Expedition 1901-04 (Discovery). Three men stand on the ice

Sledge party to the south west
Photographer: Reginald William Skelton (1872-1956). Expedition: British National Antarctic Expedition 1901-04 (Discovery). Group of six men on skis on the ice

Little girl pulled through the snow on a log
Wintry scene depicting a little girl being pulled through the snow on a makeshift sledge made from a log. Date: c. 1910

Advert for Foxs Puttees 1914
Advertisement for Foxs Puttees, with the new non-fray patented spiral, declared, the best leg gear for sport. Of course, within months

Sleighing, after a work by Hendrick Averkamp. From Modes and Manners, published 1925

Russian sledging and coursing in the 19th century. Coursing was the pursuit of game using mainly dogs. From London Pictures, published 1890

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"Sledging: A Timeless Winter Tradition" Sledging, a beloved winter pastime, has captured the hearts of people across generations. Whether it's the thrill of racing down snowy slopes or gliding over grassy banks, this exhilarating activity has brought joy to both young and old alike. In 1911, The Tabby Toboggan Club embraced the spirit with their daring adventures. Inspired by Louis Wain's whimsical illustrations and Edward Wilson's captivating artwork in "Sledging, " they embarked on thrilling journeys that would forever be etched in history. From children gleefully sledging down grassy banks to families enjoying an American Homestead Winter filled with laughter and excitement, sledging became a cherished tradition worldwide. It symbolized unity and camaraderie as Lt Henry Bowers, Dr Edward Wilson, and Apsley Cherry-Garrard stood beside their sledge during expeditions. Even in far-flung places like Lapland, Finland, huskies pulled sleighs through snow-covered landscapes. The Royds Barrier sledge party braved treacherous terrains while the Southern sledge party returned triumphant from their icy escapades. The journey began as these brave explorers left HMS Investigator in Mercy Bay under Lieutenant Gurney Cresswell's command. Their determination fueled them through challenging conditions as they ventured into uncharted territories during the Southern sledge journey, not just about conquering nature; it was about embracing its beauty. As sledges glided over hummocky ice formations or gracefully maneuvered around obstacles along frozen paths, adventurers marveled at Mother Nature's wonders. Through photographs capturing these timeless moments of pure bliss and adventure-filled tales passed down through generations, we celebrate the spirit of sledging, and is a reminder that no matter where we come from or what challenges lie ahead - when united by a shared love for winter's wonders, we can create memories that last a lifetime.