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Tug Of War Collection (#4)

"Tug of War: A Battle of Strength and Unity" In a comical twist, a mischievous Jack Russell terrier engages in its own version of tug of war

Background imageTug Of War Collection: A Barbers Shop, published by William Dickinson (1746-1823), 1785 (engraving)

A Barbers Shop, published by William Dickinson (1746-1823), 1785 (engraving)
XJF872808 A Barbers Shop, published by William Dickinson (1746-1823), 1785 (engraving) by Bunbury, Henry William (1750-1811) (after); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageTug Of War Collection: The Tories and the Whigs pulling for a crown, London, 1789, George, Prince of Wales

The Tories and the Whigs pulling for a crown, London, 1789, George, Prince of Wales, seated on a throne in the background waiting the results of a tug-of-war over the crown

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Kubihiki, Neck tug of war. Kitao, Shigemasa, 1739-1820, artist, [between 1770 and 1773]

Kubihiki, Neck tug of war. Kitao, Shigemasa, 1739-1820, artist, [between 1770 and 1773], 1 print : woodcut, color; 26.6 x 19.3 cm

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Athletic Sports by Boys of a Training Ship, 1883: 1

Athletic Sports by Boys of a Training Ship, 1883: 1
ATHLETIC SPORTS BY BOYS OF A TRAINING SHIP, 1883: 1. " Hall Ands for Three-Legged Race, Fall In." 2. The Long Jump on Slippery Grass. 3. Heaving the Lead. 4. The Three-Legged Race. 5

Background imageTug Of War Collection: TUG OF WAR, 14th CENTURY. A tug-of-war game

TUG OF WAR, 14th CENTURY. A tug-of-war game. Detail of an illumination by Jehan de Grise in the Romance of Alexander, c1340

Background imageTug Of War Collection: RELIGIOUS DISSENTERS, 1843. Battle of the Alphabet

RELIGIOUS DISSENTERS, 1843. Battle of the Alphabet. An English cartoon of 1843 commenting on the negative reaction of dissenting churches to the educational provisions in the Factory Bill then before

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Boat Tug

Boat Tug
Passengers on board the Cunard cruise liner Franconia engage in a friendly tug-of-war. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageTug Of War Collection: The Tories And The Whigs Pulling For A Crown

The Tories And The Whigs Pulling For A Crown, London, 1789, George, Prince Of Wales, Seated On A Throne In The Background Waiting The Results Of A Tug-of-war Over The Crown

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) two cubs, playing tug-of-war with feather, Serengeti N. P

Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) two cubs, playing tug-of-war with feather, Serengeti N. P. Tanzania, December
Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) two cubs, playing tug-of-war with feather, Serengeti N.P. Tanzania, December

Background imageTug Of War Collection: A shaggy tenacious dog tugs on the frayed end of a rope

A shaggy tenacious dog tugs on the frayed end of a rope

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Black and white dog paying tug-of-war with pet toy

Black and white dog paying tug-of-war with pet toy

Background imageTug Of War Collection: A tenacious black and white dog pulls on the loop of a toy rope in the hand of a person

A tenacious black and white dog pulls on the loop of a toy rope in the hand of a person

Background imageTug Of War Collection: A golden retriever and an Italian spinone wrestle together over a dog toy

A golden retriever and an Italian spinone wrestle together over a dog toy

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Dog - Miniature Bull Terrier - pulling toy

Dog - Miniature Bull Terrier - pulling toy
LA-9277 Dog - Miniature Bull Terrier - pulling toy Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Posed photograph, American, c1900, by Fritz W. Guerin

Posed photograph, American, c1900, by Fritz W. Guerin
ROWDY SCHOOLBOYS, c1900. Posed photograph, American, c1900, by Fritz W. Guerin

Background imageTug Of War Collection: BRUEGEL: EVERYMAN. Line engraving by Pieter van der Heyden (c1530-c1575) after a drawing, 1558

BRUEGEL: EVERYMAN. Line engraving by Pieter van der Heyden (c1530-c1575) after a drawing, 1558, by Pieter Bruegel the Elder

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Kazakh riders in tug-of-war with goat skin during Kurbar game, Eagle Hunters Festival

Kazakh riders in tug-of-war with goat skin during Kurbar game, Eagle Hunters Festival, Bayan-Ulgii, Western Mongolia, october

Background imageTug Of War Collection: COCOA: CHOCOLATE AD, 1900. Worth Struggling For. English advertisement, 1900, for Kohlers Chocolates

COCOA: CHOCOLATE AD, 1900. Worth Struggling For. English advertisement, 1900, for Kohlers Chocolates

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Jack Russel Terrier Dogs - playing

Jack Russel Terrier Dogs - playing
ME-194 Jack Russel Terrier Dogs - playing Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing / fighting - tugging on scarf

Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing / fighting - tugging on scarf
LA-4640 Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing / fighting - tugging on scarf Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing - tugging on scarf

Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing - tugging on scarf
LA-4637 Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing - tugging on scarf Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Irish / Red Setter - puppy playing - tugging on scarf

Irish / Red Setter - puppy playing - tugging on scarf
LA-4636 Irish / Red Setter - puppy playing - tugging on scarf Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageTug Of War Collection: Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing with scarf

Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing with scarf
LA-4635 Irish / Red Setter - puppies playing with scarf Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way




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"Tug of War: A Battle of Strength and Unity" In a comical twist, a mischievous Jack Russell terrier engages in its own version of tug of war, pulling clothes off the washing line with determination. Reflecting the intense struggles of World War I, the iconic image portrays the historic Tug of War between the Allies and Central Powers - a gripping battle for supremacy. Transporting us back to Victorian times, an army Tug of War showcases soldiers showcasing their strength and camaraderie amidst challenging circumstances. The Highland Games at Stamford Bridge come alive through an enchanting engraving capturing participants locked in fierce competition during a spirited game of Tug of War. Pieter Bruegel's masterpiece "Everyman" from 1558 depicts individuals engaged in a symbolic Tug of War, representing life's eternal struggle between good and evil forces. An oil painting from 1891 immortalizes the intensity and spirit behind this age-old sport as two teams fiercely pull against each other in an epic Tug of War match. Journeying to South Africa, an engraving captures locals engaging in a thrilling Tug-of-War on the Notawani River – showcasing unity amidst diversity within their community. Celebrating Central Africa's coronation festivities through lithography reveals how even grand occasions involve friendly competitions like Tug-of-War that bring people together. Engraved sketches from British Burmah showcase cultural exchanges as locals participate enthusiastically in traditional games such as Tug-of-War – bridging gaps across borders. Nature joins the fun too. Witness adorable red squirrels team up with great tits or humans alike to playfully engage in their own version of tug-of-war – proving strength knows no bounds. Rallying around teamwork and resilience, red squirrels demonstrate their resourcefulness by joining paws to conquer challenges, showcasing the power of unity in a captivating rope-pulling spectacle.