Water Cart Collection

A water cart
5616592 A water cart; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a water cart used to lay dust on roads in summer. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1840); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An engraving depicting a Palace water cart, 19th century
5311186 An engraving depicting a Palace water cart, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1813); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Water cart for the Imperial Family, Qing Dynasty China. The wagon is loaded with cubical tin vessels filled with river
FLO4590654 Water cart for the Imperial Family, Qing Dynasty China. The wagon is loaded with cubical tin vessels filled with river water

"The Water-Cart" - painted by Troyon - from the London Exhibition of the French School of Fine Arts, 1856. Engraving of a painting. M

Rue du Jour in 1837, 1837. Creator: Unknown
Rue du Jour in 1837, 1837

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Arrosage (Voiture d ); Water-cart; Wasserkarren (engraving)
7194735 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Arrosage (Voiture d ); Water-cart; Wasserkarren (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Water-Cart, 1877. Creator: John Thomson
The Water-Cart, 1877. A work made of woodburytype, from the album " street life in london"

The Water-Cart, 1881. Creator: John Thomson
The Water-Cart, 1881. A work made of woodburytype, plate 11 in the book " street incidents" (1881)

Tickets the Card-Dealer, 1877. Creator: John Thomson
Tickets the Card-Dealer, 1877. A work made of woodburytype, from the album " street life in london"

East End children cooling themselves from a water-cart during a heat wave (sepia photo)
STC347664 East End children cooling themselves from a water-cart during a heat wave (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Scenes from the Tuileries: The Chairs and the Water Cart, 1760
2972676 Scenes from the Tuileries: The Chairs and the Water Cart, 1760, retouched 1763 (two etchings from one plate, touched with drypoint on ivory laid paper) by Saint-Aubin

The Water-Cart (engraving)
1608827 The Water-Cart (engraving) by Troyon, Constant-Emile (1810-65); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water-Cart. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 May 1856)

Punch cartoon: Victorian water cart on a London street (engraving)
6034715 Punch cartoon: Victorian water cart on a London street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Victorian water cart on a London street)

The Water Cart (engraving)
2813278 The Water Cart (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water Cart. Illustration for Chatterbox (1903).); © Look and Learn

The Operations in Natal (engraving)
1599659 The Operations in Natal (engraving) by Stewart, Frank Algenon (1877-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Operations in Natal. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 May 1900)

After Colenso, Troops around the Water-Cart, a Dhoolie-Bearer begging Water for a Wounded Soldier (litho)
1599237 After Colenso, Troops around the Water-Cart, a Dhoolie-Bearer begging Water for a Wounded Soldier (litho) by Forestier

Water Cart, Aden, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Water Cart, Aden, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Boys following the Poplar Borough Council water cart, London, 1926-1927. Illustration from Wonderful London, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, Volume I, published by Amalgamated Press, (London)

Parish Church and Convent of Mariahilf, Vienna, 1783 (engraving)
XCF415725 Parish Church and Convent of Mariahilf, Vienna, 1783 (engraving) by Ziegler, Johann (c.1750-1812); Private Collection; (add.info)

State Street, Boston, engraved by S. Lacey (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF265835 State Street, Boston, engraved by S.Lacey (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"The Water-Cart: A Nostalgic Journey Through Time" Step into the past and explore the fascinating world of water carts, as captured by renowned photographer John Thomson in his iconic works. From the enchanting engravings of Wasserkarren to sepia-toned photographs depicting East End children seeking respite from a scorching heat wave, these images transport us to different eras where water carts played a vital role. In 1877, Thomson's lens immortalized "The Water-Cart, " showcasing its significance in Victorian London streets. As card-dealers shuffled tickets nearby, this humble cart brought relief amidst bustling city life. The scene is reminiscent of an engraving from 1760 titled "Scenes from the Tuileries: The Chairs and the Water Cart, " highlighting how water carts have long been intertwined with public spaces. These captivating visuals also shed light on historical events like "The Operations in Natal. " An engraving portrays troops gathering around a water cart after Colenso, while a Dhoolie-Bearer pleads for precious water to aid wounded soldiers. Such scenes remind us of the crucial role these carts played during times of conflict and crisis. Traveling further back in time, we encounter Punch cartoons featuring Victorian water carts navigating London streets. These engravings provide glimpses into daily life during that era - horses pulling sturdy carts filled with barrels brimming with fresh water for households and businesses alike. One cannot overlook Aden's mysterious charm captured between 1918 and 1939 by an unknown artist. Here, a solitary Water Cart stands against an exotic backdrop - symbolizing resilience amidst unfamiliar landscapes. Through Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Arrosage (Voiture d'), we witness yet another facet of these remarkable vehicles dedicated solely to watering purposes. Their presence signifies nurturing nature itself – quenching parched earth or tending to blossoming gardens. As we reflect on these captivating images, we are reminded of the water cart's enduring legacy.