Equestrian Collection

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JAMES DOUGLAS (1358-1388). 2nd Earl of Douglas and Mar. Scottish statesman. The death of Douglas at the Battle of Otterburn. Oil on canvas by Charles Landseer (1799-1879)

Napoleon Crossing the Grand Saint-Bernard Pass, 20 May 1800, 1802 (oil on canvas)
XOS702755 Napoleon Crossing the Grand Saint-Bernard Pass, 20 May 1800, 1802 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 271x232 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

BATTLE OF AGINCOURT, 1415. Battle between the French and English at Agincourt, France, 1415, with archers in the front and cavalry massed behind them

Marcus Aurelius Statue
This gilded bronze equestrian statue of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius was moved from Lateran Square to Capitoline Hill, Campidoglio, Rome, Italy, in 1538

Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, Night
Hogarth, Four Times of the Day, 4. Night. In a narrow street leading to Charing Cross, with an equestrian statue of Charles I at the far end

CRIMEAN WAR: LIGHT BRIGADE. The Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaklava, 25 October 1854. Wood engraving from a 19th century edition of Lord Alfred Tennysons poem, Charge of the Light Brigade

The Charge of the British Light Cavalry Brigade
CRIMEAN WAR. The Charge of the British Light Cavalry Brigade at Balaclava, Crimea, Oct. 25, 1854: English engraving, 1855

Horse - Palomino pony on rein JPF18125
JPF-14248 Horse - Palomino pony on rein Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

The Copper Horse - Windsor Great Park, Windsor, Berkshire
The Copper Horse by Sir Richard Westmacott (1775-1856) - marking the end of the Long Walk at Snow Hill in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire Date: circa 1910s

CANTERBURY TALES, c1490. Woodcut of the Knight from the edition of Chaucers Canterbury
CANTERBURY TALES, c1490. Woodcut of the Knight from the edition of Chaucers " Canterbury Tales" printed by Richard Pynson in London, c1490

GAWAIN AND THE GREEN KNIGHT. Sir Gawain beheading the Green Knight. Manuscript illumination from Gawain and the Green Knight, English, 14th century

Belgian horses - in winter wearing Christmas hats Digital Manipulation: removed wire from fence - added falling snow
ME-1812-M Belgian horses - in winter wearing Christmas hats Digitally Manipulated Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

RIVERA: SCHOOLTEACHER. The Rural School Teacher. Mural by Diego Rivera (1886-1957) at the Ministry of Public Education, Mexico City

Two Horses and a Dachshund family
Two Horses peeking over the edge of their stable to see a Mother Dachshund and her brood of puppies Date: circa 1910s

CRANE AND HORSEMAN. Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman, attributed to William John Wilgus. Oil, c1835

Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

Picture No. 10873885
Horse - Black Arabian Mare cantering in meadow (Equus caballus) Date:

Picture No. 10872508
Horse - Palomino and Appaloosa grooming each other Date:

Picture No. 10870511
Horse Appaloosa trotting in ocean surf Date:

Picture No. 10870455
Horse - Arabian gray dapple galloping in meadow Date:

Marion and his men crossing the Pee Dee River to harass the British in South Carolina during the American Revolutionary
FRANCIS MARION (c1732-1795). Marion and his men crossing the Pee Dee River to harass the British in South Carolina during the American Revolutionary War

IRVING: SLEEPY HOLLOW. The headless horseman scares Ichabod Crane out of town. Wood engraving, American, 1876, for Washington Irvings The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, first published in 1819

Riding, 1936 Olympics
Czech postcard, probably sold to raise funds for the Czech equestrian team in the Olympics

Warwick Races, from The Illustrated London News, 12th April 1845 (engraving)
XJF311252 Warwick Races, from The Illustrated London News, 12th April 1845 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Evening Wireless - Komarjan Bridge, WW1
The Surrey Yeomanry on the Struma Valley Front, Salonika 1917-1918. The Evening Wireless - Komarjan Bridge. By Frank Algernon Stewart (1877-1945). 1917-1918

Picture No. 10870478
Horse - Arabian Chestnut Mare and foal together in meadow Date:

FOXHALL KEENE (1867-1941). American polo player

BARON FRIEDRICH von STEUBEN (1730-1794). American (Prussian-born) soldier. Steel engraving, American, 1857, after a painting by Alonzo Chappel (1828-1887)

Breaking Up a Rush - Polo by Gilbert Holiday
The glamour and thrill of the galloping game depicted by equestrian artist Gilbert Holiday, showing an incident during an Inter-Regimental Polo match where the ball

The Scots Guards marching to a State Ceremonial
The Scots Guards - The Regiment marching to a State Ceremonial. Date: circa 1910s

Horse - Welsh Cob Pony
JPF-5723 Horse - Welsh Cob Pony - mare & foal Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Ataturk statue in the Old Town of Antalya, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Pure Blood Andalusian Horse - training. The Royal School of Equestrian Art
WAT-12639 Pure Blood Andalusian Horse - training. The Royal School of Equestrian Art (Ecole Royale d'Equitation de Jerez de la Frontera) - Spain M

British equestrian team medal winners
Britains only victory in the XVth Olympic Games in Helsinki: the winners of the team showjumping gold medal (from l to r) Colonel H.M. Llewellyn, with Foxhunter; Mr W

Horse Flea bitten grey colouring. Standing with head through open window
ME-828 Horse - flea bitten grey colouring, standing with head through open window Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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Lee statue, Monument Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Britannia and Eve magazine, November 1939
Front cover illustration featuring a 1930s lady decked out in the finest equestrian attire, complete with top hat, tails and whip

Statue of Robert Bruce, Bannockburn, Stirlingshire, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

King Tomislav Equestrian Monument, Zagreb, Croatia, Europe

Arab Horse and Colt
LA-1396 Arab Horse and Colt Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: 020 8318 1401

A Game of Polo, 1911 (oil on canvas)
695524 A Game of Polo, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Koch, Ludwig (1866-1934); 88.5x149 cm; Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Love Me, Love My Horse (colour litho)
5230192 Love Me, Love My Horse (colour litho) by Underwood, Clarence F. (1871-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Love Me, Love My Horse)

Artist Frank Wootton OBE (1911-1998) at his home studio
Artist Frank Wootton OBE (1911-1998), working in his studio at home in Alfriston, East Sussex, England. He was the official War Artist for the RAF and RCAF during World War Two

St. Marks Square, Venice, Italy - The Horses of St. Mark
The Horses of Saint Mark (the Triumphal Quadriga) - a set of Roman bronze statues of four horses, originally part of a monument depicting a quadriga (a four-horse carriage used for chariot racing)

The Strongest by Fortunino Matania
The Strongest, by Fortunino Matania, RI (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

LEE AND HIS GENERALS. Robert E. Lee and his generals. Lithograph, 1867, after Augustus Tholey

Studies for the equestrian casting for the Sforza monument by Leonardo Da Vinci
DA VINCI: EQUESTRIAN STUDY. Studies for the equestrian casting for the Sforza monument by Leonardo Da Vinci

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"Equestrian: A Timeless Bond Between Man and Horse" From the majestic Marcus Aurelius Statue to Napoleon Crossing the Grand Saint-Bernard Pass, equestrianism has been an art form that transcends time. The canvas of history is adorned with remarkable moments like the Battle of Agincourt, where archers stood in front while cavalry massed behind them, showcasing the strategic power of horse-mounted warriors. Intriguingly, even folklore finds its place within this realm. Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman come alive through William John Wilgus' oil painting, capturing a chilling tale that sends shivers down our spines. Artists like Hogarth depict different times of day through their masterpieces; however, it is during Suffolk Punch Horse's mating ritual that we witness nature's own artistic expression. Legends also find their way into this captivating world. Sir Gawain beheading the Green Knight symbolizes bravery and honor amidst mythical challenges. The Crimean War brings forth images of valor as we envision Lord Alfred Tennyson's poem "Charge of the Light Brigade, " immortalizing those who fearlessly charged into battle on horseback. The Charge of the British Light Cavalry Brigade further exemplifies courage as they galloped fearlessly towards victory against all odds. Yet amidst these grand tales lies a simple beauty - a Palomino pony on rein reminds us of the intimate connection between rider and steed. It speaks volumes about trust and companionship forged over centuries. Beyond historical narratives lie vibrant locations such as Plaza Mayor in Madrid or Windsor Great Park's Copper Horse. These places serve as reminders that equestrian culture extends far beyond battles and legends; it permeates everyday life across diverse landscapes around the globe. Equestrianism embodies more than just horsemanship; it represents a harmonious partnership between humans and horses throughout history. It celebrates strength, grace, loyalty, and the unbreakable bond between two beings.