Water Jump Collection

Grand National Waterjump
Horses and riders leap over the water jump on the Grand National course at Aintree in 1897. The winner, Manifesto is seen in the lead

The Race for the Grand National in a Snowstorm, 29 March (b / w photo)
1593512 The Race for the Grand National in a Snowstorm, 29 March (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Race for the Grand National in a Snowstorm)

Steeplechase
Illustration of a steeplechase in progress with competitors at a water-jump. Artist: George Derville Rowlandson. Date: circa 1905

Niall Griffin 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Hihrich Romeike 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Pawel Spisak 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Didier Courreges 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Edmond Gibney 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Magnus Gallerdal 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Harald Reidl 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

John Williams 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Ian Roberts 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Michael Winter 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Stefano Brecciaroli 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Mary King 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Joris Vanspringel 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Andrzej Pasek 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Blyth Tait 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Sara Algotsson 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Julie Richards 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Fabio Magni 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Jaroslav Hatla 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Vioiel Bubau 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Leslie Law 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Giovanni Menchi 3 Day Eventing, Cross Country Cross Country Athens, Greece 17 August 2004 Date: 17 August 2004

Ezekiel Kemboi & Kipsiele Koech Mens 3000m Steeplechase Mens300m Steeplechase Athens, Greece 24 August 2004 Date: 24 August 2004

The First Horse-Show in Afghanistan (engraving)
1054114 The First Horse-Show in Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Horse-Show in Afghanistan)

The Horse Show at the Alexandra Park (engraving)
1048867 The Horse Show at the Alexandra Park (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Horse Show at the Alexandra Park)

The Royal Birthday Stakes, Worcester, March 14th 1856: Grand Stand (colour litho)
BSA266821 The Royal Birthday Stakes, Worcester, March 14th 1856: Grand Stand (colour litho) by Hunt, Charles (Snr.) (1803-77); 65x76 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Grand Military Meeting, Sandown Park, the Race for the Gold Cup, at the Water Jump (engraving)
1615339 The Grand Military Meeting, Sandown Park, the Race for the Gold Cup, at the Water Jump (engraving) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Water Jump, A Sketch at a Horse Show (engraving)
1037790 The Water Jump, A Sketch at a Horse Show (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Water Jump, A Sketch at a Horse Show)

Athletic Sports at Oxford (engraving)
1057123 Athletic Sports at Oxford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athletic Sports at Oxford)

A Hunt Race-Meeting (engraving)
1604560 A Hunt Race-Meeting (engraving) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Hunt Race-Meeting)

Athletic Sports at Bermuda (engraving)
1616453 Athletic Sports at Bermuda (engraving) by Morehen, Horace (b.c.1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: Athletic Sports at Bermuda)

A Rather Fast Steeple Chase (coloured engraving)
2818066 A Rather Fast Steeple Chase (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rather Fast Steeple Chase)

Sports, from P & O Pencillings c. 1891 (colour litho)
STC286250 Sports, from P & O Pencillings c. 1891 (colour litho) by Lloyd, W. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A P & O Race Meeting; ); The Stapleton Collection; English

Steeplechasing at Aldershot (engraving)
1052532 Steeplechasing at Aldershot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steeplechasing at Aldershot)

At the racecourse: over the last fence (chromolitho)
1093257 At the racecourse: over the last fence (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the racecourse: over the last fence)

At the racecourse: fallen (chromolitho)
1093256 At the racecourse: fallen (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the racecourse: fallen)

Riders at the water jump on the new riding switchback at the Alexandra Palace, Muswell Hill, London (b / w photo)
6014341 Riders at the water jump on the new riding switchback at the Alexandra Palace, Muswell Hill, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

India, preparing for an UP-Country Race Meeting (engraving)
1045430 India, preparing for an UP-Country Race Meeting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: India, preparing for an UP-Country Race Meeting)

A steeplechase (colour litho)
2795727 A steeplechase (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A steeplechase. The water jump. Les courses de steeple. Le saut de la riviere)

Sandown Park Grand Military Steeplechase on Saturday Last (engraving)
1623880 Sandown Park Grand Military Steeplechase on Saturday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Race-goers watch the runners and riders at Hexham Racecourse. 3rd April 1989

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"Thrilling and Challenging: The Grand National Waterjump" In the heart-pounding race for the Grand National, competitors face a formidable obstacle known as the water jump. This iconic steeplechase event tests both horse and rider's skill, courage, and determination to conquer this watery challenge. Captured in a captivating black and white photo on 29 March during a snowstorm, the intensity of this moment is frozen in time. As snowflakes dance around them, Niall Griffin fearlessly guides his mount over the imposing water jump, displaying an unwavering bond between man and beast. Joining Griffin are renowned equestrians Hihrich Romeike, Pawel Spisak, Didier Courreges, Edmond Gibney, Magnus Gallerdal, Harald Reidl - all masters of their craft. Each rider brings their unique style and expertise to tackle this demanding course with grace and precision. The spectators hold their breaths as John Williams captures every exhilarating leap over the water jump through his lens. His photographs immortalize these awe-inspiring moments that showcase both triumphs and challenges faced by these extraordinary athletes. Ian Roberts stands tall among them all – a true legend who has conquered numerous hurdles throughout his illustrious career. With unmatched experience under his belt, he leads by example inspiring future generations of riders to push boundaries beyond imagination. As horses soar above the shimmering pool beneath them at incredible speeds amidst cheers from adoring fans; it becomes evident that "water jump" symbolizes not only an obstacle but also resilience against nature's elements. With adrenaline pumping through their veins and hearts pounding with anticipation; these brave individuals remind us that sometimes we must take leaps into unknown waters to achieve greatness. The Grand National Waterjump embodies bravery in its purest form – where dreams are realized or shattered within mere seconds.