Donkey Collection

Shoeing, 1844, (1938). Artist: Edwin Henry Landseer
Shoeing, 1844. Painting held at the Tate Britain, London. From World-Famous Paintings edited by J. Greig Pirie [W. & G. Foyle, Ltd, London, 1938.]

Rifle fete at Ecclesbourne, near Hastings, 1860. Creator: W Thomas
Rifle fete at Ecclesbourne, near Hastings, 1860. The contest was chiefly among the members of the Cinque Ports Corps...The first prize was a Lancaster rifle, value ten guineas, which was won by Mr

Down-Along, Clovelly, Devon - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Dry Stone Walling
Two working class men in flat caps build a dry stone wall together at Galashiel, Selkirkshire, Scotland

Seaside donkey on beach with Blackpool tower behind, Blackpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Donkey - Braying
WAT-8519 Donkey - braying Rhone, France M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Donkey - looking over fence wearing Christmas hat in snow Digital Manipulation: Added background USH
USH-2639-M Donkey - looking over fence wearing Christmas hat in snow Digitally Manipulated Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Donkey ride a071928
Hampstead Heath, Greater London. Two small boys riding donkeys being led across the road in front of Whitestone Pond, with people strolling on the banks of the pond behind

Donkey - mother with foal
USH-998 DONKEY - Foal with mother Sus scrofa Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Donkey - looking over fence Hessen, Germany
USH-2639 Donkey - looking over fence Hessen, Germany Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Don Quixote riding with Sancho Panza
A scene from Cervantes novel Don Quixote -- the hero of the title rides with his companion Sancho Panza along a mountain pass

The Diamond, Donegal - a view of the square in Donegal town with horse and donkey and carts. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s

Donkey - wearing Christmas hat in snowy scene Digital Manipulation: Added JD background falling snow - hat JD
JD-15167-M Donkey - wearing Christmas hat in snowy scene Digitally Manipulated John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Izmir, Turkey - Camel brand figs
Camel brand Figs from Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey. An advertising card featuring two laden camels from a camel train led by a driver riding a mule Date: circa 1901

The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem (chromolitho)
972104 The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem)

Nasreddin - Seljuq satirist
Nasreddin or Nasreddin Hodja or Mullah Nasreddin Hooja or Mullah Nasruddin (1208-1284) was a Seljuq satirist, born in Hortu Village in Sivrihisar, Eskisehir Province, Turkey

Piero della Francesca, Italian painter
Renaissance Art. Italy. 15th century. Piero della Francesca (c.1420-1492). Italian painter. The Nativity, 1470-75. Tempera on panel. National Gallery. London. England. UK

Turkey / Izmir / Street / C19
A man leads his donkey and camels along a narrow street in Izmir. Date: 19th century

Mairzy Doats and Dozy Doats - Music Sheet Cover
Mairzy Doats and Dozy Doats (Mares eats Oats and Does Eat Oats) - Music Sheet Cover, words and music by Milton Drake, Al Hoffman and Jerry Livingstone

High Street, Falmouth, Cornwall. Early 1900s
The High Street, Falmouth showing George Eustice Stationers and the Post Office at No. 4. Photographer: Arthur Philp

One of the cockle ladies of Penclawdd South Wales Mrs Lizzie Davies had worked on the sands for most of her life

Actors on stage in the days of Shakespeare
Theatrical performance in the days of Shakespeare. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A man rides a donkey in one of the narrow streets of Lamu town. In the absence of vehicles, which are banned in the island

Blacksmith & Horse 19C
A blacksmith puts a new shoe on a bay mare

A Midsummer Nights Dream (Shakespeare, Act 4, Scene 1), November, 1857

Jesus Christ Palm Sunday Donkey Mosaic Saint Georges Greek Orthodox Church Madaba Jordan. Church was created in the late 1800s and houses many famous mosaics

Donkey cart with two women, Cornwall. 1910
Donkey cart transporting two women down an unidentified lane. Photographer: Unknown

Landscape by Thomas Gainsborough
An extensive wooded landscape with peasants on a path, a horse at a ford, a cottage beyond, by Thomas Gainsborough RA (1727-1788)

Snow Piece, Bulwell Forest, Nottinghamshire
Artist: Barratt, Thomas - Title: Snow Piece, Bulwell Forest, Nottinghamshire - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 35.6 x 53.3

Donkey cart, County Leitrim, Connacht, Republic of Ireland (Eire), Europe

The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Ambrogio Lorenzetti frescoed the side walls of the Council Room (Sala dei Nove) of the City Hall (Palazzo Pubblico) of Siena

Donkey in front of blue domed church, Santorini

Nativity, c. 1380 (tempera on panel)
XIR897967 Nativity, c.1380 (tempera on panel) by Crocifissi, Simone dei (c.1330-99); 46x25 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Entrance to the Khan el-Khalili souk in Cairo, in the 19th century, from El
KW478317 Entrance to the Khan el-Khalili souk in Cairo, in the 19th century, from El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880 (litho) by European School

Bermuda - Humorous Greetings Postcard - Onion
Blessed is the man who comes to Bermuda (The modern paradise) And is tempted to eat a sweet onion instead of a forbidden apple

Llandudno Donkeys
A mother and her children enjoy riding on the donkeys at Llandudno beach, Wales. Date: early 1960s

Getting Off at the Seaside
If you want to " Get Off" at the seaside, do it THIS way - not THIS way! A man has more success getting off with the ladies than he does from an irate beach donkey! Date: circa 1910s

Girls on Donkeys 1920S
Three thoroughly modern girls in their swimming costumes, taking a ride on Wilfred and Squeak, two donkeys, on the beach at Ramsgate, Kent, England

Jesus on Palm Sunday
Jesus makes his entry into Jerusalem on a donkey accompanied by his followers bearing palms

Donkey -adult & 5 days old baby
JD-19782-M Donkey - adult & 5 days old baby Urban Farm, Hounslow, Greater London, UK John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Donkey - foal in meadow grazing
LA-4318 Donkey - foal in meadow grazing Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Jesus into Jerusalem
Jesus, riding a donkey, enters Jerusalem

Mother Shows You How: on the beach. From Teddy Bear (11 August 1973)

Donkeys - with foal. Arsi Region - Ethiopia
WAT-11534 Donkeys - with foal Arsi Region, Ethiopia M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Donkey - with foal standing in meadow
LA-4313 Donkey - with foal standing in meadow Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Donkey - with foal standing in meadow
LA-4311 Donkey - with foal standing in meadow Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Scarborough / Foreshore Rd
The Foreshore Road at Scarborough which follows the coast beside the beach

Poitou Donkey and normal Donkey (on right) - facing camera
WAT-12735 Poitou Donkey and normal Donkey (on right) - facing camera M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"From Dry Stone Walling to Shoeing: A Journey Through Donkey History" Step into the world of donkeys, where their charm and versatility have captured the hearts of many throughout history. Artist Edwin Henry Landseer beautifully depicted these gentle creatures in his 1844 masterpiece, showcasing their strength and grace. In seaside towns like Blackpool, Lancashire, donkeys have become iconic figures on the beach. Against the backdrop of Blackpool Tower, they offer joyous rides to children and adults alike since 1938. But it's not just about leisurely strolls along sandy shores; donkeys have a voice too. Their distinctive braying echoes through fields and hillsides, reminding us of their presence and unique character. During festive seasons, even donkeys join in on the celebrations. With a Christmas hat perched atop its head amidst snowy surroundings created by digital manipulation, this adorable creature brings holiday cheer wherever it goes. Donkey families are heartwarming sights as well. Witnessing a mother tenderly caring for her foal is a testament to their strong bonds and nurturing nature. Throughout literature and art, donkeys have played significant roles. From Don Quixote riding alongside faithful Sancho Panza to Nasreddin - Seljuq satirist known for his witty tales involving these humble animals - they symbolize loyalty and wisdom across cultures. Even renowned Italian painter Piero della Francesca found inspiration in capturing the essence of these creatures on canvas. Their expressive eyes peering over fences or grazing peacefully in Hessen, Germany add an element of serenity to any landscape. Travelers seeking hidden gems will find themselves enchanted by The Diamond in Donegal – a place where donkeys roam freely against breathtaking backdrops that showcase Ireland's natural beauty at its finest.