Rode Collection

The 24 hour Bicycle Race at Herne Hill, 1892
Photograph showing the Cyclists participating in the 24 hour Bicycle race at Herne Hill velodrome, on the 22nd July 1892, shortly before the start. The race was won by F.W

Lord Roberts 1900
FREDERICK SLEIGH 1st EARL ROBERTS British soldier riding his arab charger, Volonel, which he rode to Kandahar in 1879 during the Afghan conflict

The Charge of the Light Brigade - then they rode back, but not - not the Six Hundred ! Date: 25 October 1854

Battle of Waterloo
2613377 Battle of Waterloo.; (add.info.: Battle of Waterloo. A dismounted life guardsman fighting a Cuirassiers whom he slew and rode off with his horse. 1816); GSinclair Archive/UIG.

Wedding party on bicycles led by Bride and Bridegroom, Nice, France, 1909 (print)
541533 Wedding party on bicycles led by Bride and Bridegroom, Nice, France, 1909 (print); (add.info.: Party rode to civil ceremony and, after it was performed)

Minh-Ly
Jan Slotboom

Jonathan Thatcher riding cow to Stockport Market
Jonathan Thatcher rode his cow to Stockport Market on 27 November 1784 in defiance of Pitts Horse Tax. 1784

"They rode off quickly"from "Viola"(colour litho)
2792273 " They rode off quickly" from " Viola" (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info)

Huntsmen and women watch the fox-hounds let out of a pen before a hunt, 19th century. Facey Romford in green coat, and Lucy Somersville sidesaddle on her horse

Blue Bonnet, Winner of the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster, 1842
NP126027 Blue Bonnet, Winner of the Great St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster, 1842, engraved by John Harris (c.1791-1873), pub

Advert for the Rode Molle (Red Mill) cabaret, Tivoli, Oslo, 1920s Date: 1920s

Interior of the Rode Molle (Red Mill) cabaret, Tivoli
The interior of the Rode Molle (Red Mill) cabaret, Tivoli, Oslo, 1920s Date: 1920s

There was an Old Person of Ware, who rode on the back of a Bear (litho)
966285 There was an Old Person of Ware, who rode on the back of a Bear (litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: There was an Old Person of Ware)

Men were Deceivers ever (litho)
1039703 Men were Deceivers ever (litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men were Deceivers ever)

A Bicycle Tour in France (engraving)
1054909 A Bicycle Tour in France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bicycle Tour in France)

Cleo de Merode, c. 1890s (b / w photo)
498341 Cleo de Merode, c.1890s (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cleopatra Diane (" Cleo" ) de Merode (1875-1966)

They rode him bareback in and out of the trees (chromolitho)
5223820 They rode him bareback in and out of the trees (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: They rode him bareback in and out of the trees)

The extravagant sports (colour litho)
2778115 The extravagant sports (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The extravagant sports)

The Old Woman who Rode on a Broom (litho)
2811735 The Old Woman who Rode on a Broom (litho) by Hardy, Evelyn Stuart (1865-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Woman who Rode on a Broom)

The honoured soldier placed his own hand in the Prince s, who shook it, then he rode back to the ranks
1052316 The honoured soldier placed his own hand in the Prince s, who shook it, then he rode back to the ranks, conscious that in his palm reposed the coveted decoration of the Iron Cross (engraving)

The Duke of Connaught and his Staff at the New Forest Manoeuvres (engraving)
1056522 The Duke of Connaught and his Staff at the New Forest Manoeuvres (engraving) by Horsley, Walter Charles (1855-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Surrender of Santiago, hoisting the United States Flag on the Governors Palace (litho)
1063669 The Surrender of Santiago, hoisting the United States Flag on the Governors Palace (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Surrender of Santiago)

The Riots in Berlin, the German Emperor riding through the Streets (engraving)
1056022 The Riots in Berlin, the German Emperor riding through the Streets (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Riots in Berlin)

The death of Absalom (engraving)
2795175 The death of Absalom (engraving) by Rhead, Louis John (1857-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Absalom)

Cleo de Merode, c. 1890s (b / w photo)
498342 Cleo de Merode, c.1890s (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cleopatra Diane (" Cleo" ) de Merode (1875-1966)

Little Wonder, the Winner of the Derby Stakes at Epsom, 1840
NP126040 Little Wonder, the Winner of the Derby Stakes at Epsom, 1840, engraved by Charles Hunt (1803-77), pub. by S. & J

Plenipotentiary, the Winner of the Derby Stakes at Epsom, 1834, engraved by R. W
NP126035 Plenipotentiary, the Winner of the Derby Stakes at Epsom, 1834, engraved by R.W. Smart and Charles Hunt (1803-77), pub. by S. & J

Fair Ines (engraving)
3655195 Fair Ines (engraving) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fair Ines. Illustration for Illustrated British Ballads Old)

ART / HOGARTH / HUDIBRAS
HUDIBRAS The manner how he sallies forth: Then did Sir Knight abandon dwelling, And out he rode a colonelling Date: c1721/1726

Mendip BA11 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Mendip BA11 6

Portrait of the composer Pierre Jacques Joseph Rode (1774-1830), 1813. Creator: Riedel
Portrait of the composer Pierre Jacques Joseph Rode (1774-1830), 1813. Private Collection

The Emperor of China with a plough. (The Chinese Emperor ploughs the first furrow to honour agricult Artist: Rode)
The Emperor of China with a plough. (The Chinese Emperor ploughs the first furrow to honour agriculture), ca 1773. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Allegory of Frederick the Great as Perseus (The beginning of the Seven Years War), 1789. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Horse Riding, Strangford Lough, County Down, Ireland

Riding Horses On The Beach At Sunset

Bangor, Co. Down, Ireland

Figures at right near a ship, some holding up animals over their heads, a horse at left, 1783

Portrait of Christian Bernhard Rode, the Artists Father, ca. 1756

Summer Caravans - Russia
Summer Caravans, a camel train consisting of a large group of camels carrying goods or passengers in a group Date: 1913

H. R. H. Princess Elizabeth on Horseback
Colonel of the Grenadier Guards: H. R. H. Princess Elizabeth on Horseback in a Specially Designed Uniform Date: 1947

Snap card - There was an old woman
Nursery Rhyme Snap card - There was an old woman who rode on a broom. early 20th century

Vera Holme Marshal at Suffragette March. Vera Louise Holme (1881-1969) Known as Jack, seen in her role as Marshal at the From Prison to Citizenship demonstration. 18th June 1910

Queen Victoria in her Coronation robes
Queen Victoria (1819 - 1901), in her Coronation robes, June 1838 Date: 1838

Rasputin Restaurant
The restaurant Villa Rode, Saint Petersburg, scene of RASPUTINs orgiastic revels. Date: circa 1916

Religious Procession
A religious procession, probably a Christian Palm Sunday procession, in remembrance of when Jesus rode to the int Jerusalem on a donkey. Date: 1930s

Dandies Rotten Row January 21 1819 Hand-colored etching
Artokoloro

Bernhard Rode (German, 1725 - 1797), Alexander Setting Fire to Persepolis, pen and brown ink with brown wash over graphite on laid paper

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In the world of sports, endurance and determination are put to the test. The 24-hour Bicycle Race at Herne Hill in 1892 was a true testament to this. Cyclists from all walks of life rode tirelessly, pushing their bodies to the limit for an entire day. History is filled with remarkable feats of bravery, like "The Charge of the Light Brigade. " Despite facing insurmountable odds, these brave soldiers rode fearlessly into battle and then rode back, leaving a lasting legacy of courage. Lord Roberts in 1900 exemplified leadership as he rode alongside his troops during times of war. His presence on horseback instilled confidence and inspired those around him to persevere through even the toughest challenges. Sometimes, riding takes on a more unconventional form. Jonathan Thatcher's decision to ride a cow to Stockport Market surely turned heads and sparked laughter among spectators. It goes to show that sometimes it's not just about reaching your destination but enjoying the journey along the way. Artistic expressions can also capture moments where riding becomes symbolic. In "Viola, " depicted in a vibrant colour lithograph, characters ride off quickly - perhaps escaping or embarking on an exciting adventure full of unknowns. Even royalty indulged in equestrian pursuits; Leopold II and Cleo de Methey were captured singing an Operetta duet while mounted on horses in 1904. This unlikely combination showcased their versatility beyond their usual roles. Not all rides are joyous or celebratory; some carry somber undertones. An engraving titled "The corpse rode on" reminds us that even death cannot escape its final ride – a haunting image that lingers long after viewing it. Nature enthusiasts find solace watching huntsmen release fox-hounds into open fields as they eagerly give chase. These riders appreciate both nature's beauty and man's connection with animals through centuries-old traditions. Sports history often celebrates exceptional achievements, like Blue Bonnet's victory in the Great St.