Carthorses Collection

Horse-drawn float in carnival, Eastbourne, Sussex
Horse-drawn float led by Jim Wicking in a carnival at Eastbourne, Sussex. circa 1962

Wagon loaded with sacks of corn on the road to the flour mill. Carter walks in front of his team of two carthorses with
533921 Wagon loaded with sacks of corn on the road to the flour mill. Carter walks in front of his team of two carthorses with his whip held aloft. Illustration from children's book, London 1860

Harvest Operations - Stacking, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Harvest Operations - Stacking, 1858. One of our Artists, fresh from the cornfields, has forwarded to us the accompanying Illustrations of gathering in the harvest

Harvest Operations - Carrying, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Harvest Operations - Carrying, 1858. One of our Artists, fresh from the cornfields, has forwarded to us the accompanying Illustrations of gathering in the harvest

Dock Street, Philadelphia, Pa. c1908. Creator: Unknown
Dock Street, Philadelphia, Pa. c1908

"The Mid-Day Meal" - painted by H. B. Willis - from the Exhibition of the National Institution, 1856. Engraving of a painting. "The Mid-day Meal" of Mr

Prize animals from the Royal Agricultural Society's show in Battersea Park, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Prize animals from the Royal Agricultural Society's show in Battersea Park, 1862...."Lablache, " a Berkshire boar, the property of the late Sir Robert G. Throckmorton...bred by Mr

From Smestad, 1906 (oil on canvas)
OVR371685 From Smestad, 1906 (oil on canvas) by Jorde, Lars (1865-1939); 95x111 cm; Bergen Art Museum, Norway; (add.info.: Fra Smestad; ); Photo © O. Vaering

Agricultural scenes of ploughing and harvesting (engraving)
820702 Agricultural scenes of ploughing and harvesting (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Agricultural scenes of ploughing and harvesting. Labourage)

Two Horses and a Caravan (oil on canvas)
TW426921 Two Horses and a Caravan (oil on canvas) by Slater, John Falconar (1857-1937); 64.5x77.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Carthorses ploughing a field, Sussex
Two carthorses pull a plough across open fields in early morning sunshine, Sussex. Date: circa 1930s

Bonfire Society float, East Dean, East Sussex
Bonfire Society float on the recreation ground in East Dean, East Sussex, with carthorses Diamond and Damsel. Date: circa 1960

Man leading a heavy carthorse, c. 1810
A man leading a heavy carthorse, c.1810. It could be a Suffolk Punch. Date: C.1810

Man with two horses in a field. Date: circa 1920s

Homeward Bound (w / c on paper)
XPG366308 Homeward Bound (w/c on paper) by Adams, Charles James (1859-1931); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

When the Days Work is Done (w / c on paper)
XPG366305 When the Days Work is Done (w/c on paper) by Adams, Charles James (1859-1931); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Ploughing the Fields (pen & ink and wash on paper)
XIR165886 Ploughing the Fields (pen & ink and wash on paper) by Huet, Jean-Baptiste (1745-1811); Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Wagon loaded with sacks of corn on the road to the flour mill. Carter walks in front of his team of two carthorses with his whip held aloft. Illustration from childrens book, London 1860

Horse, heavy horse, adult, used for forestry work, collecting logs in woodland, Staffordshire, England, May

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"Carthorses: A Glimpse into the Past through Art and Engravings" Step back in time with these captivating artworks that depict the strength, beauty, and significance of carthorses. From Smestad's 1906 oil on canvas to engravings showcasing agricultural scenes of ploughing and harvesting, these pieces transport us to a bygone era. In "Two Horses and a Caravan, " an oil painting on canvas, we witness the symbiotic relationship between humans and horses as they journey together. The image captures the essence of reliance on carthorses for transportation during simpler times. The scene diligently ploughing a field in Sussex reminds us of their crucial role in agriculture. These majestic creatures were instrumental in cultivating our lands, ensuring bountiful harvests year after year. Not limited to work alone, it also played a part in celebrations such as carnivals. The horse-drawn float at Eastbourne's carnival showcases their versatility beyond labor – now adorned with vibrant decorations, they become symbols of joyous festivities. Dating back even further is an intriguing depiction from around 1810 showing a man leading a heavy carthorse. This artwork serves as a testament to the enduring bond between man and beast throughout history. Moving across continents, Dorothea Lange's photograph captures farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned machinery near W Street at Carlton, Oregon in 1939. Here we see how technology began replacing some traditional roles previously held by carthorses. The Bonfire Society float from East Dean exemplifies how communities honored their equine companions through artistic displays. These floats not only celebrated local traditions but also paid homage to the hardworking spirit embodied by these magnificent animals. Artists have immortalized moments when horses rest after fulfilling their duties; "Homeward Bound" portrays this tranquil scene beautifully while "When the Days Work is Done" evokes a sense of fulfillment and contentment.