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Ploughing with shire horses in Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe: A timeless tradition that connects us to our agricultural roots

Background imageShire Horse Collection: General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860

General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 86495)
IND262385 General Juan Prim y Prats (1814-70) at the battle of Tetouan in 1860, 1865 (oil on canvas) (detail of 86495) by Sans y Cabot, Francisco (1828-81); Museu d Art Modern, Barcelona

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Mozarabic bible page: death of queen Jezebel, page from a Mozarabic bible

Mozarabic bible page: death of queen Jezebel, page from a Mozarabic bible, 10th century) Leon Biblioteca di San Isidoro
LRI4670506 Mozarabic bible page: death of queen Jezebel, page from a Mozarabic bible, 10th century) Leon Biblioteca di San Isidoro by Spanish School, (10th century); Colegiata de San Isidoro, Leon

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Brigands attacking a horse traveller, 19th century (Print)

Brigands attacking a horse traveller, 19th century (Print)
LRI4669005 Brigands attacking a horse traveller, 19th century (Print) by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Brigands attacking a horse traveller 19th century Print Private Collection)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Tenth day, ninth news: the day of messer Torello. Painted box illustrating the 'Decameron'by

Tenth day, ninth news: the day of messer Torello. Painted box illustrating the "Decameron"by Giovanni
LRI4666171 Tenth day, ninth news: the day of messer Torello. Painted box illustrating the " Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio (Jean Boccaccio) (1313-1375). 15th century

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Friesland: the sacrifice of Codros king of Athens, detail. Greek mythology

Friesland: the sacrifice of Codros king of Athens, detail. Greek mythology
LRI4601493 Friesland: the sacrifice of Codros king of Athens, detail. Greek mythology: Codros (or Codrus) learning from an oracle that the advantage of war between the Dorians

Background imageShire Horse Collection: One never takes the chess king answer of Louis VI the Gros (1081-1137), king of the Franks

One never takes the chess king answer of Louis VI the Gros (1081-1137), king of the Franks
XEE4191095 One never takes the chess king answer of Louis VI the Gros (1081-1137), king of the Franks, by killing the English soldier who had grabbed the bridle of his horse saying " The king is

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Coachman, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)

Coachman, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)
3092916 Coachman, Woman Of The Future (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coachman, Woman Of The Future)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) 18th century Venice Museo Correr

Battle Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) 18th century Venice Museo Correr
LRI4633850 Battle Painting by Giovanni Antonio Guardi (1699-1760) 18th century Venice Museo Correr by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); Museo Correr, Venice

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Circle of Violents: Dante and Virgil meet Centaurs weapons of bows and arrows

Circle of Violents: Dante and Virgil meet Centaurs weapons of bows and arrows
LRI4665913 Circle of Violents: Dante and Virgil meet Centaurs weapons of bows and arrows. Illuminated page illustrating the 7th song of Hell from the " Divina Commedia" by Dante Alighieri

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Free horse race during the carnival. Painting by Carle Vernet (1758-1836), 1826. Dim: 0, 95 x 1, 38m

Free horse race during the carnival. Painting by Carle Vernet (1758-1836), 1826. Dim: 0, 95 x 1, 38m
JLJ4664129 Free horse race during the carnival. Painting by Carle Vernet (1758-1836), 1826. Dim: 0, 95 x 1, 38m. Avignon, Musee Calvet

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The foundation of Rome, a duel and the crowning of a king, miniature from Petrachs De viris

The foundation of Rome, a duel and the crowning of a king, miniature from Petrachs De viris illustribus (vellum)
IND325847 The foundation of Rome, a duel and the crowning of a king, miniature from Petrachs De viris illustribus (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Biblioteca de la Universidad de Valencia

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Head of an army riding in front of a group of pikemen, from a miniature codice about the French

Head of an army riding in front of a group of pikemen, from a miniature codice about the French art of war (vellum)
IND388254 Head of an army riding in front of a group of pikemen, from a miniature codice about the French art of war (vellum) by French School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The brigands of the highways: the attack of the Lyon mail between Lieusaint and Melun

The brigands of the highways: the attack of the Lyon mail between Lieusaint and Melun (Seine Et Marne) in April 1796
XEE4409658 The brigands of the highways: the attack of the Lyon mail between Lieusaint and Melun (Seine Et Marne) in April 1796. Engraving in " Le Petite Journal", 1907 - 1908

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Near Casablanca, the goumiers charging at the Moroccans, illustration from Le Petit Journal

Near Casablanca, the goumiers charging at the Moroccans, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustrious
XEE4150316 Near Casablanca, the goumiers charging at the Moroccans, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustrious, 15th September 1907 (engraving) by French School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Duke of Brittany surrenders to the Duke of Normandy the keys of the city at the end of a spear

The Duke of Brittany surrenders to the Duke of Normandy the keys of the city at the end of a spear
JLJ4565257 The Duke of Brittany surrenders to the Duke of Normandy the keys of the city at the end of a spear. by Unknown Artist, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco)

The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco)
LRI4601839 The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco) by Beccafumi, Domenico (1486-1551); Palazzo Casini Casuccini, Siena

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle between a prince on horseback and a warrior. A demon lying on the ground, 1765 (miniature)

Battle between a prince on horseback and a warrior. A demon lying on the ground, 1765 (miniature)
LRI4667742 Battle between a prince on horseback and a warrior. A demon lying on the ground, 1765 (miniature) by Indian School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Jockey, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)

Jockey, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)
3092910 Jockey, Woman Of The Future (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jockey, Woman Of The Future)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Don Quixote killing sheeps thinking they were knights - Don Quixote on his horse pierce the sheep

Don Quixote killing sheeps thinking they were knights - Don Quixote on his horse pierce the sheep he takes for knights
XEE4160507 Don Quixote killing sheeps thinking they were knights - Don Quixote on his horse pierce the sheep he takes for knights - Illustration of Jules David (1808-1892)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: War Scene in the Middle Ages Painting by Edgar Degas (1834-1917) 1861 Sun

War Scene in the Middle Ages Painting by Edgar Degas (1834-1917) 1861 Sun. 0, 85x1, 47 m Paris, musee d Orsay
JLJ4650723 War Scene in the Middle Ages Painting by Edgar Degas (1834-1917) 1861 Sun. 0, 85x1, 47 m Paris, musee d Orsay by Degas

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Rules of conduct for crusader knights, from the manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit (vellum)

Rules of conduct for crusader knights, from the manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit (vellum)
IND354800 Rules of conduct for crusader knights, from the manuscript Ordre du Saint-Esprit (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Otus/Index

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Defeat of the Duke of Clarence at the Grand-Baugy in Anjou (1421)

Defeat of the Duke of Clarence at the Grand-Baugy in Anjou (1421). Miniature in "Vigiles du roi Charles VII"
JLJ4660728 Defeat of the Duke of Clarence at the Grand-Baugy in Anjou (1421). Miniature in " Vigiles du roi Charles VII" (Folio 24v) by Martial d Auvergne (1440-1508), 1484

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Rebecca took off by the Templar during the bag of the castle of Frondeboeuf

Rebecca took off by the Templar during the bag of the castle of Frondeboeuf
JLJ4668005 Rebecca took off by the Templar during the bag of the castle of Frondeboeuf. From Scott Walters book " Ivanhoe". Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1858. Oil on canvas

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Defeat of the Modogs on 15 April 1873, by Francois Constant Mes (? -1905), 1873 (colour litho)

Defeat of the Modogs on 15 April 1873, by Francois Constant Mes (? -1905), 1873 (colour litho)
JLJ4594242 Defeat of the Modogs on 15 April 1873, by Francois Constant Mes (? -1905), 1873 (colour litho) by Mes, Francois Constant (d.1905); Musee du Nouveau Monde, La Rochelle

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The valiant Moor Gazul is the first to spear bulls according to rules

The valiant Moor Gazul is the first to spear bulls according to rules, plate 5 of The Art of Bullfighting, pub
IND81905 The valiant Moor Gazul is the first to spear bulls according to rules, plate 5 of The Art of Bullfighting, pub. 1816 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Meeting of the Three Livings and the Three Dead. 14th century (miniature)

The Meeting of the Three Livings and the Three Dead. 14th century (miniature)
LRI4635898 The Meeting of the Three Livings and the Three Dead. 14th century (miniature) by Unknown Artist, (14th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, Florence

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle of Giaour and Pasha (Morocco), 1835 (oil on canvas)

Battle of Giaour and Pasha (Morocco), 1835 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4688340 Battle of Giaour and Pasha (Morocco), 1835 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 74x60 cm; Musee du Petit Palais, Paris, France; Photo © Photo Josse

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The wine of Saint Martin, detail. (oil on wood, 16th century)

The wine of Saint Martin, detail. (oil on wood, 16th century)
LRI4571134 The wine of Saint Martin, detail. (oil on wood, 16th century) by Brueghel, Pieter The Elder (c.1525-69); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Wildlife Hunting Scene Hunters get bitten by animals. Painting of the Sienese school

Wildlife Hunting Scene Hunters get bitten by animals. Painting of the Sienese school
LRI4664581 Wildlife Hunting Scene Hunters get bitten by animals. Painting of the Sienese school. 15th century Florence, Museo Nazionale del Bargello by Italian School

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Indian Mocovi Method of Hunting, illustration from Hacia alla y para aca (colour litho)

The Indian Mocovi Method of Hunting, illustration from Hacia alla y para aca (colour litho)
IND368801 The Indian Mocovi Method of Hunting, illustration from Hacia alla y para aca (colour litho) by Paucke, Florian (1719-89); Museo de America, Madrid

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Historiated initial B depicting two knights in battle, from Libre Verd, c. 1380 (vellum)

Historiated initial B depicting two knights in battle, from Libre Verd, c. 1380 (vellum)
IND221379 Historiated initial B depicting two knights in battle, from Libre Verd, c.1380 (vellum) by Spanish School, (14th century); Archivo Municipal de Historia, Barcelona

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Count Gabriel de Montgomery fatally wounding King Henry II during a tournament on June 30

Count Gabriel de Montgomery fatally wounding King Henry II during a tournament on June 30, 1559 in Paris
JLJ4641789 Count Gabriel de Montgomery fatally wounding King Henry II during a tournament on June 30, 1559 in Paris, Engraving 19th century by Unknown Artist

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Garcia de Holguin Occupying Quanhtemoc, 1698 (oil on panel)

Garcia de Holguin Occupying Quanhtemoc, 1698 (oil on panel)
IND113591 Garcia de Holguin Occupying Quanhtemoc, 1698 (oil on panel) by Gonzalez, Miguel (fl.1698); Museo de America, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

Background imageShire Horse Collection: 131-0059257 Twilight

131-0059257 Twilight
IND54519 131-0059257 Twilight by Blanes, Juan Manuel (1830-1901); Museo Municipal, Montevideo, Spain; Index Fototeca

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Diomede Devore by His Horses Painting by Gustave Moreau (1826-1898) 1865 Sun

Diomede Devore by His Horses Painting by Gustave Moreau (1826-1898) 1865 Sun. 1, 38x0, 84 m Rouen, Musee des Beaux Arts
JLJ4689635 Diomede Devore by His Horses Painting by Gustave Moreau (1826-1898) 1865 Sun. 1, 38x0, 84 m Rouen, Musee des Beaux Arts by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

Background imageShire Horse Collection: An episode of the war in Greece. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1856. hs / t

An episode of the war in Greece. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1856. hs / t. Dim: 0, 65 x 0, 81m
JLJ4689019 An episode of the war in Greece. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1856. h s/t. Dim: 0, 65 x 0, 81m. Athenes, National Pinacotheque by Delacroix

Background imageShire Horse Collection: French Revolution: 'Death of Joseph Bara (1779-1793)'Joseph Bara or Barra (1780-1793)

French Revolution: "Death of Joseph Bara (1779-1793)"Joseph Bara or Barra (1780-1793)
JLJ4648603 French Revolution: " Death of Joseph Bara (1779-1793)" Joseph Bara or Barra (1780-1793) was a hero child of the French Revolution who fought in Vendee for the Republic

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Battle of Arabs in the mountains or perception of Arab tax. Painting by Eugene Delacroix

Battle of Arabs in the mountains or perception of Arab tax. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1863. hs / t
JLJ4689089 Battle of Arabs in the mountains or perception of Arab tax. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 1863. h s/t. Sun: 0, 92 x 0, 74m

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Knights fight in the countryside. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 19th century

Knights fight in the countryside. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 19th century. Oil on canvas
JLJ4688310 Knights fight in the countryside. Painting by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863), 19th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0, 81 x 1, 00m

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Scene from the life of Louis VI the Fat, son of Philip I, from the manuscript Chroniques de

Scene from the life of Louis VI the Fat, son of Philip I, from the manuscript Chroniques de France, printed by A
IND354804 Scene from the life of Louis VI the Fat, son of Philip I, from the manuscript Chroniques de France, printed by A

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans

The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans
LRI4665208 The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans, he began to experience attacks of furious madness: screaming at treason

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Attila (395-453) chief of the Huns tribe, followed by his barbarian hordes crowded Italy in 452

Attila (395-453) chief of the Huns tribe, followed by his barbarian hordes crowded Italy in 452 Fresco by Eugene
JLJ4676840 Attila (395-453) chief of the Huns tribe, followed by his barbarian hordes crowded Italy in 452 Fresco by Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863)

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans

The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans
LRI4665199 The madness of Charles VI (1368 - 1422). On 5 August 1392, in the forest of Le Mans, he began to experience attacks of furious madness: screaming at treason

Background imageShire Horse Collection: A Scout (pen, ink, & w / c on ledger paper)

A Scout (pen, ink, & w / c on ledger paper)
3611239 A Scout (pen, ink, & w/c on ledger paper) by Howling Wolf (1849-1927); 20x31.5 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, USA; © Allen Memorial Art Museum; Gift of Mrs

Background imageShire Horse Collection: The Conversation, or Dubious Company (oil on canvas)

The Conversation, or Dubious Company (oil on canvas)
IND86681 The Conversation, or Dubious Company (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Charlemagne crossing the Alps in 773, detail of the Emperor and his retinue (oil on canvas)

Charlemagne crossing the Alps in 773, detail of the Emperor and his retinue (oil on canvas)
IND113006 Charlemagne crossing the Alps in 773, detail of the Emperor and his retinue (oil on canvas) by Roger, Eugene (1807-40); Chateau de Versailles, France; Index Fototeca

Background imageShire Horse Collection: A Party of Explorers, 1851 (oil on canvas)

A Party of Explorers, 1851 (oil on canvas)
IND86680 A Party of Explorers, 1851 (oil on canvas) by Ranney, William Tylee (1813-57); Private Collection; Index Fototeca

Background imageShire Horse Collection: Allegory about the society of the Middle Ages: 'Fox wounds Isengrin in singular combat'

Allegory about the society of the Middle Ages: "Fox wounds Isengrin in singular combat"
JLJ4660799 Allegory about the society of the Middle Ages: " Fox wounds Isengrin in singular combat". Miniature from the manuscript " The Roman De Renart Le Nouvel" by Jacquemart



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Ploughing with shire horses in Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe: A timeless tradition that connects us to our agricultural roots. These magnificent creatures, known as shire horses, have been an integral part of farming for centuries. In the depths of winter, when snow blankets the countryside, two horses stand proudly against the white backdrop. Their sturdy frames and thick coats are a testament to their resilience and adaptability. Eadweard Muybridge's iconic black and white photograph captures the grace and power of these majestic animals in motion. The transverse-gallop freeze-frame reveals every muscle flexed as they gallop through time. During the English Civil War in 1645, shire horses served as loyal companions to the Royalist cavalry at the Battle of Naseby. This color lithograph immortalizes their bravery on that fateful day. In Cornwall, England, decorated shire horses pull a plough adorned with intricate patterns, and is a sight that showcases not only their strength but also their beauty as they work harmoniously with humans to cultivate the land. The expertise of wheelwrights is highlighted in an engraving depicting them crafting wheels for these mighty beasts. Their craftsmanship ensures smooth journeys for both horse and driver alike. From linseed mowing in Strood to hauling timber in Stirlingshire, Scotland - shire horses have played a vital role across various industries throughout history. Their unwavering dedication has helped shape our landscapes and build our communities. As evening falls over picturesque countryside roadsides or bustling city streets alike; "Homeward Bound" becomes a familiar scene - tired yet contented shire horses making their way back home after a hard day's work. Artistic masterpieces like "The Entry of Louis XIV" capture historical moments where these noble steeds were present alongside royalty – symbols of prestige and power pulling carriages fit for kings and queens.