Blacksmith Collection (page 7)

Nocturne: Furnace, 1879-1880. Creator: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Nocturne: Furnace, 1879-1880

Blacksmiths Measuring Wheel, c. 1939. Creator: Edward L Loper
Blacksmiths Measuring Wheel, c. 1939

La Forge, horse fittings, 19th century. (engraving)
PCT4256921 La Forge, horse fittings, 19th century. (engraving) by Lalaisse, Francois-Hippolyte (1812-84); ePatrice Cartier; French, out of copyright

Fitting of a draught horse (lithograph)
PCT4256920 Fitting of a draught horse (lithograph) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824) (after); ePatrice Cartier; French, out of copyright

The Blacksmiths, Memory of Treport, 1857 (oil on canvas)
XIR192413 The Blacksmiths, Memory of Treport, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Bonvin, Francois (1817-87); Musee des Augustins, Toulouse, France; (add.info.: The Blacksmith, Remembrance of Treport; ); French

Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours
6340315 Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours)

A Forge in the Bavarian Alps (oil on canvas)
CH402075 A Forge in the Bavarian Alps (oil on canvas) by Burkel, Heinrich (1802-69); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

John Guttemberg, from Mechanick Exercises: or The Doctrine of Handy-Works applied to
4071276 John Guttemberg, from Mechanick Exercises: or The Doctrine of Handy-Works applied to the Art of Printing, pub. 1683 (engraving) by Mentz

Plate 377. Blacksmith, Two Models, Hammering on Anvil, 1872-85 (collotype on paper)
3950079 Plate 377. Blacksmith, Two Models, Hammering on Anvil, 1872-85 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.5x27 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover

The Forge, 1861 (drypoint)
6200321 The Forge, 1861 (drypoint) by Whistler, James Abbott McNeill (1834-1903); 19.1x31.1 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Orchar Collection); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; American

The Little Forge, 1875 (drypoint)
6200323 The Little Forge, 1875 (drypoint) by Whistler, James Abbott McNeill (1834-1903); 22.9x15.2 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Fisherman, Blacksmith, Woodman, Baker (engraving)
6010561 Fisherman, Blacksmith, Woodman, Baker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fisherman, Blacksmith, Woodman, Baker)

The Honest Voter (engraving)
6008104 The Honest Voter (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Honest Voter. Illustration for The British Workman)

Eastern shoeing-forge (engraving)
6004450 Eastern shoeing-forge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eastern shoeing-forge)

The Village Smithy (engraving)
5212828 The Village Smithy (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Village Smithy. Illustration for The Boys Own Annual, 1889/90.); © Look and Learn

Sketches of antique costume and of Ancient London (engraving)
609194 Sketches of antique costume and of Ancient London (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Health Exhibition)

The Forge, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho)
619538 The Forge, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho)
619533 The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Invention of Printing (engraving)
961601 Invention of Printing (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invention of Printing, Gutenberg taking the First Proof)

Children coming home from school look in at the open door (chromolitho)
976567 Children coming home from school look in at the open door (chromolitho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The first blacksmith (chromolitho)
1094192 The first blacksmith (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first blacksmith)

Busy Workers
LLM457056 Busy Workers by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Busy Workers. Illustration for Aunt Louisas Book of Common Things by L Valentine (Frederick Warne)

Postcard depicting the shoeing of a horse in Cornes, Le Velay, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
REV382786 Postcard depicting the shoeing of a horse in Cornes, Le Velay, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: carte postale)

Horseshoe and Watermill picture, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731264 Horseshoe and Watermill picture, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Horseshoe and Watermill picture)

A Cast Shoe: Too Late for the Meet (coloured engraving)
729089 A Cast Shoe: Too Late for the Meet (coloured engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cast Shoe: Too Late for the Meet)

Blacksmiths celebrating the feast of St Eloi (colour litho)
2779462 Blacksmiths celebrating the feast of St Eloi (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blacksmiths celebrating the feast of St Eloi)

Dyeing and swordmaking (chromolitho)
3105745 Dyeing and swordmaking (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dyeing and swordmaking)

Blacksmith / farriers smithy Kinlochchewe Ross-shire Scotland
Vintage 19th century photograph: The blacksmith or farriers smithy at Kinlochchewe Ross-shire Scotland thatched roof

Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge. Man weaving silk cloth on a loom in Coventry 40, customers in a fancy jewellery shop in Birmingham 41

Trades in Regency England: basket making, geese plucking and whips. Basket-maker weaving willow into baskets and hampers on the Isle of Ely 34

Blacksmith tree frog, Hypsiboas faber
Blacksmith tree frog, blacksmith treefrog or smith frog, Hypsiboas faber or Boana faber (Rana gaimardii, Hyla gaimardii. Ranocchiella di Gaimard)

Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis (Fisalia pelagica). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Rainbow lorikeet, Trichoglossus moluccanus. Blue-bellied parrot. Handcoloured copperplate engraving of an illustration by William Hayes from Portraits of Rare

The Third Gift an Enormous Hammer, illustration from Myths from Many Lands
KW285475 The Third Gift an Enormous Hammer, illustration from Myths from Many Lands, published 1912 (litho) by Smith, Elmer Boyd (1860-1943); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The Art of Forging, hexagonal decorative relief panels from a series depicting
XIR103676 The Art of Forging, hexagonal decorative relief panels from a series depicting the practitioners of the Arts and Sciences

The Knight in the Smithy, 1865 (oil on canvas)
XKH146430 The Knight in the Smithy, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Menzel, Adolph Friedrich Erdmann von (1815-1905); 31.5x38 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Ms 214 fol. 46v Shoeing a horse, from Libro de Menescalcia y Albeyteria
CHT234551 Ms 214 fol.46v Shoeing a horse, from Libro de Menescalcia y Albeyteria by Juan Alvarez, c.1390 (vellum) by Spanish School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Cartoon, Vulcans Best Customer (Peace)
Cartoon, Vulcans Best Customer -- the angel of Peace asks the blacksmith Vulcan if hes very busy. A list of weapons to be produced is written up on the wall on the right

Sheffield Scythe Tilters
SAG67758 Sheffield Scythe Tilters by Sykes, Godfrey (1824-66); 47.6x62.8 cm; Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust, UK; eSheffield Galleries and Museums Trust; Photo eMuseums Sheffield; English

At your service
BAL34323 At your service by Lomax, John Arthur (1857-1923); Josef Mensing Gallery, Hamm-Rhynern, Germany; English, out of copyright

Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge
6340289 Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge)

Les forges a Chatillon sur Seine (Chatillon-sur-Seine) Painting by Etienne Bouhot
JLJ4684981 Les forges A Chatillon sur Seine (Chatillon-sur-Seine) Painting by Etienne Bouhot (1780-1862) 1823 Montbard, Musee des Forges de Breffan by Bouhot

Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937 (litho)
5989463 Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937.); © Look and Learn

Shoeing the Favourite, 1865 (oil on canvas)
652184 Shoeing the Favourite, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Herring Snr, John Frederick (1795-1865); 73.6x100.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shoeing the Favourite. John Frederick Herring, Sr)

Venus requesting Vulcan to make arms for Aeneas (oil on canvas)
2653934 Venus requesting Vulcan to make arms for Aeneas (oil on canvas) by Loo, Carle van (1705-65); 129x98.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Vulcan, ancient Roman god of fire (engraving)
5207793 Vulcan, ancient Roman god of fire (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vulcan, ancient Roman god of fire)

Venus at the Forge of Vulcan (oil on panel)
696523 Venus at the Forge of Vulcan (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Jan the Younger (1601-78) (attr. to); 63.5x108.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Flemish, out of copyright

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"The Artistry and Craftsmanship of the Blacksmith: A Glimpse into History" Step back in time to 1844, as we explore the captivating world of blacksmiths. Renowned artist Edwin Henry Landseer brings their trade to life with his masterpiece "Shoeing. " This painting beautifully captures the skill and dedication required to forge horseshoes, a vital task for horses' well-being. Fast forward to 1875, where we discover an array tools that were essential for their craft. These instruments served as extensions of their hands, allowing them to shape metal with precision and finesse. Intriguingly, even political figures found inspiration in the blacksmith's trade. Bismarck himself was depicted as a blacksmith in 1938, symbolizing his strength and ability to shape nations just like iron at the anvil. Venturing outside the confines of the forge, we witness blacksmiths engaging with their surroundings. Whether it be conversing with fellow craftsmen or taking a momentary break from work, these images reveal glimpses into their daily lives beyond forging metal. The bond between a blacksmith and his equine companions is undeniable. In countless artworks from the 19th century onwards, we see skilled artisans carefully shoeing horses – ensuring both comfort and protection for our four-legged friends. Delving deeper into history reveals colored engravings showcasing Horseshoers hard at work during this era. The vibrant depictions highlight not only their expertise but also serve as testaments to how integral they were within society. Traveling further back in time through oil paintings takes us to c. 1770s when "The Iron Forge Viewed from Without" mesmerized viewers with its depiction of flames dancing amidst billowing smoke—an atmospheric glimpse into this age-old profession.