Hose Collection (page 8)

Highland Soldiers, 17th century, in bonnet, tartan kilt, hose, with sporran, musket and claymore. Copperplate engraving from Francis Groses Military Antiquities respecting a History of the English

An Officer and Serjeant of a Highland Regiment, 17th century. In military uniform of bonnet, tartan kilt, sporran and hose, with musket and claymore. Copperplate engraving by N.C

King James I of England (1566-1625) (oil on canvas)
SCP36893 King James I of England (1566-1625) (oil on canvas) by Somer, Paul van (c.1576-1621); 196x120 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info)

Foppish mens fashion from the era of King
Foppish mens fashion from the 16th century. Man with large felt hat with multicoloured plumes, doublet with slashed sleeves, hose and boots from a manuscript Roman de la Rose, Harleian 4425

Three heralds with trumpets adorned with fleur-de-lis standards, 15th century. They wear small caps, short capes over short tunics, one with slashed sleeves, hose and long pointed shoes

Captain Lord Robert Manners (oil on canvas)
466028 Captain Lord Robert Manners (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info)

Edward Manners, 3rd Earl of Rutland, c. 1675 (oil on canvas)
465968 Edward Manners, 3rd Earl of Rutland, c.1675 (oil on canvas) by Eyden, Jeremias van der (d.1697); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Edward Manners, 3rd Earl of Rutland)

Sir Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland, c. 1675 (oil on canvas)
465966 Sir Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland, c.1675 (oil on canvas) by Eyden, Jeremias van der (d.1697); Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, UK; (add.info.: Thomas Manners, 1st Earl of Rutland)

Costume of a town mayor, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Costume of a French Senator, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historiques de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Costume of a French bourgeois man, 16th century
Costume of a French bourgeois man, reign of King Henry IV, 16th century. Handcoloured lithograph after a portrait in Roger de Gaignieres gallery portfolios from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs

Pair of lovers, circa 1500. He wears a coffee-coloured manteau and crimson pourpoint and pantalon and she wears a white escoffion hat and dress in the colour of isabelle

King Charles VIII of France, the Affable, 1470-1484
King Charles VIII of France, the Affable, 1470-1498. He wears a black chapel hat and red velvet cassock trimmed with fur and with long sleeves

Man of the people, 15th century, in casaque or cassock over a surtout and hose. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard after a miniature in the manuscript Histoire du comte Gerard de Nevers in

Jean VIII of Harcourt, comte d Aumale et de
Jean VIII of Harcourt, French knight, comte d Aumale et de Mortain, 1396-1424. Handcoloured lithograph after a tomb in the college church of Liege in Bernard de Montfaucons collection (III 30)

Servant or valet, sergent ou valet, in livery 15th century. In livery of scarlet jaquette, blue chaperon hood, and blue hose

French musician playing the musette de cour or bagpipes, 15th century. He wears a pink justaucorps tunic with capuchon hood and green pantalon

Page or squire, Varlet ou damoiseau, to a knight, 15th century France. He wears an embroidered surtout, red pourpoint and hose, and holds an epee and shield without coat of arms

The Hellish Nights in London (Colour Litho)
2778562 The Hellish Nights in London (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hellish nights of London)

The fires in London (colour litho)
2778528 The fires in London (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fires in London)

Alfonso VIII, the Noble, from Die Judin von Toledo (The Jewess of Toledo) by Franz Grillparzer (colour litho)
3626511 Alfonso VIII, the Noble, from Die Judin von Toledo (The Jewess of Toledo) by Franz Grillparzer (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfonso VIII)

Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804770 Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Le Rire, 6 August 1898.); © Look and Learn

A Serious Uprising Of Minors, In Naples, Tamed With Fire Pumps (colour litho)
2798532 A Serious Uprising Of Minors, In Naples, Tamed With Fire Pumps (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Serious Uprising Of Minors, In Naples)

Fifth Congress Of Italian Firefighters, The Great Maneuver In The Milan Arena, On Last Sunday (Colour Litho)
2798217 Fifth Congress Of Italian Firefighters, The Great Maneuver In The Milan Arena, On Last Sunday (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Gentleman of the time of Charles IX of France (coloured engraving)
960411 Gentleman of the time of Charles IX of France (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gentleman of the time of Charles IX of France, 1572)

Adams Motor Hose Truck with firemen, Findlay, Ohio, USA
Adams Motor Hose Truck with fire crew of the Kittanning Fire Department No.3, Findlay, Ohio, USA. Date: 1912

Noble German couple in costume. Date: circa 1650

German men in costume - a flag bearer, a flautist and a satirical singer. Date: 1570

Henry I, Duke of Guise (coloured engraving)
968931 Henry I, Duke of Guise (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry I, Duke of Guise (1550-1588), known as Le Balafre (Scarface)

Jean Goujon, French sculptor and architect (chromolitho)
972083 Jean Goujon, French sculptor and architect (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Goujon (c1510-c1573), French sculptor and architect

Cover design, Christmas cards with Shakespeare subjects
Cover design by Robert Dudley, Christmas cards with Shakespeare subjects. (1 of 5) Date: circa 1890s

Venetian Book Plate. circa 17th century

Submarine divers 1869
Divers wearing diving armour with flexible arms and helmet with eye-plates of strong glass, with a fresh supply of oxygen been pumped in through a long hose to allow the operator to say under

Edmund Kean as Shakespeares Richard III, at Drury Lane Theatre in 1814. Seen here in Act V, looking troubled on the eve of the Battle of Boswell. 1814

Petrol Attendant - People You See. From Teddy Bear (14 September 1965). Original artwork loaned for scanning by the Illustration Art Gallery. Date: 1965

King Louis XIII of France (litho)
964700 King Louis XIII of France (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silver statue of King Louis XIII of France (1601-1643)

Court house at Fernie, British Columbia, Canada. Date: circa 1908

Sarah Bernhardt in Les Bouffons (The Clowns) by Miguel Zamacois. Date: 1907

Blitz in London -- Sparricks Row, Southwark, WW2
Blitz in London -- firefighters in action with hoses inside a building in Sparricks Row, Southwark, during the Second World War. Date: circa 1940s

First Steam Fire Engine, England
First Steam Fire Engine constructed in England, by Braithwaite and Ericsson, inventors and constructors of London. Date: 1830

First Steam Fire Engine, USA
First Steam Fire Engine constructed in the United States of North America, by Paul R Hodge, inventor and constructor of New York. Date: 1840

German print - Will-o -the-Wisp. 19th century

Blitz in London -- AFS firefighters in action, WW2
Blitz in London -- Auxiliary Fire Service firefighters in action at night during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

LFB firefighters in action in a London street
LFB firefighters in action with ladders and hoses at a fire in a London street. Date: mid-20th century

London Fire Brigade firemen on a fireboat, River Thames
London Fire Brigade firemen operating a hosepipe on a fireboat on the River Thames, with St Pauls Cathedral in the background. Date: circa 1940s

John Keelings appliance for putting out fires, from a trade card. Date: 1670s

Fire at Rum Quay, West India Docks, East London, 21 April 1933, with firefighters in action with hoses. Date: 1933

LCC-LFB Leyland Metz 100 foot turntable ladder
Lambeths (D61) turntable ladder on display in a park. The hose line, when the TL is used as a water tower, is lying over the side of the extending ladders ready for use. Date: circa 1950s

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"Heroes in Action: Firefighters and Hoses Saving Lives" In the face of danger, these brave firefighters are always ready to spring into action. Whether it's rescuing a girl from a blazing fire or battling the devastating Blitz during World War II, their heroic efforts never cease. At the LFB annual review held at Lambeth HQ, the firefighters showcased their skills with hoses that can unleash torrents of water to extinguish even the fiercest flames. The Bedford Heavy Unit in the NFS (London Region) stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication. Eagle Street in London WC1 witnessed these courageous individuals fearlessly combating fires, ensuring safety for all. St Andrews Parish Church in Plymouth also felt their valiant presence during the relentless Blitz of World War II. Notting Hill experienced a serious house fire that required the expertise and strength of LCC-LFB firefighters armed with powerful hoses. Meanwhile, St Bride Street and Farringdon Street became battlegrounds against raging infernos during another chapter of London's history. Even Tower Bridge succumbed to jams caused by scorching summer heat, but our heroes were there once again with hoses at hand to keep everyone safe. Not only do they protect our city but extend their aid internationally as well - as seen when assisting Nuremberg, Germany during Henry Simonis & Co fire emergency. The Brigade HQ Southwark witnessed an awe-inspiring fire display where these fearless men and women showcased their mastery over hoses amidst roaring flames. And when disaster struck Wandsworth Road in Clapham SW8, it was these selfless individuals who rushed towards danger without hesitation. These snapshots capture just some moments from countless acts of bravery performed by our firefighting heroes wielding powerful hoses - symbols of hope amid chaos and destruction. Their commitment is unwavering; they truly are guardians against fiery nightmares that threaten lives and communities alike.