Woodshoes Collection

The meridian Line also known as The Siesta, 1888-1889 (Oil on Canvas)
7212109 The meridian Line also known as The Siesta, 1888-1889 (Oil on Canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: The meridian Line also known as The Siesta)

An Idle Moment 1890 (Oil on canvas)
8766573 An Idle Moment 1890 (Oil on canvas) by Knight, Daniel Ridgway (1839-1924); 94.6x120.3 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art

Child in Bavarian costume, pants, beer keg (b/w photo)
7377735 Child in Bavarian costume, pants, beer keg (b/w photo); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved

The construction site of a boat, on the beach of Cancale (France), with a young woman
MMM5466481 The construction site of a boat, on the beach of Cancale (France), with a young woman, dressed in a traditional costume, a blue serge skirt and a gray and white striped shirt

The Pastry Seller from Les Cris de Paris 1823-25 (litho)
XIR189530 The Pastry Seller from Les Cris de Paris 1823-25 (litho) by Vernet, Carle (1758-1836); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: By Carle Vernet)

The Pancakes, c. 1875 (oil on fabric)
XOS5886583 The Pancakes, c. 1875 (oil on fabric) by Israels, Jozef (Josef) (1824-1911); 65x55.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by Jozef Israels)

Sabots, c. 1890 (wood)
7407084 Sabots, c.1890 (wood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); length: 28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Signed PGo (on the right shoe)); Photo © Christie's Images

Sabots, c. 1890 (wood)
7407083 Sabots, c.1890 (wood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); length: 28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Signed PGo (on the right shoe)); Photo © Christie's Images

Sabots, c. 1890 (wood)
7407085 Sabots, c.1890 (wood) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); length: 28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Signed PGo (on the right shoe)); Photo © Christie's Images

N: Nest -- Node -- Christmas, 1890 (chromolithography)
7309672 N: Nest -- Node -- Christmas, 1890 (chromolithography) by French School, (19th century); 7, 6 x 11, 2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bognard illustrated alphabet)

An ebahi fish watches a rat pass through a wooden hoof floating on the water
7309658 An ebahi fish watches a rat pass through a wooden hoof floating on the water." A gondola ride", 1936 (illustration) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); 7 x 10

"Claudine at school" by Colette and Willy, 1900 (illustration)
7311775 "Claudine at school" by Colette and Willy, 1900 (illustration) by Sudda, Emilio Della (1868-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Guilty Childhood, the back cover of issue 389 of L Assiette au Beurre, September 1908
7268492 Guilty Childhood, the back cover of issue 389 of L Assiette au Beurre, September 1908 by Naudin, Bernard (1876-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Delinquent children)

The Carrot Puller, 1885 (black chalk on paper)
5861861 The Carrot Puller, 1885 (black chalk on paper) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 52.5x42.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890))

Girl in Front of a Farm in Het Gooi, 1915 (oil on canvas)
6436378 Girl in Front of a Farm in Het Gooi, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Breman, Co (1865-1938); 40x55.5 cm; Private Collection

The Fortune (colour litho)
7150405 The Fortune (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fortune. Illustration for El Desnudo en el Arte (M Uson, 1906)

S D Sollers & Co Fine Shoes, advertisement (chromolitho)
7154187s D Sollers & Co Fine Shoes, advertisement (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s D Sollers & Co Fine Shoes)

Making cheese (coloured engraving)
7201019 Making cheese (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Making cheese)

Sardine fishermen with their catch (engraving)
7185200 Sardine fishermen with their catch (engraving) by Granchi-Taylor, Achille (1857-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sardine fishermen with their catch)

Deep in Thought (colour litho)
7148384 Deep in Thought (colour litho) by Bartels, Hans von (1856-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deep in Thought. Illustration from Penroses Pictorial Annual, a Review of the Graphic Arts)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Socque; Clog; Holzschuh (engraving)
7197580 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Socque; Clog; Holzschuh (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Socque; Clog; Holzschuh)

Dutch Fish Market (colour litho)
7185305 Dutch Fish Market (colour litho) by Bartels, Hans von (1856-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dutch Fish Market)

Young girl tending a flock of geese (colour litho)
7148237 Young girl tending a flock of geese (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Young girl tending a flock of geese.); © Look and Learn

Message from Holland (colour litho)
7200585 Message from Holland (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Message from Holland. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

Study for Faggot bearers, 1845-1903 (drawing)
7202661 Study for Faggot bearers, 1845-1903 (drawing) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 15, 2 x 17, 4 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

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"Stepping into History: Exploring the Fascinating World of Woodshoes" Discovering the rich heritage and cultural significance of woodshoes, this captivating collection takes us on a journey through time. "The Meridian Line also known as The Siesta, 1888-1889 (Oil on Canvas)" captures the essence of relaxation and leisure, with wooden shoes symbolizing comfort in everyday life. In "The Pancakes, c. 1875 (oil on fabric)", we witness a delightful scene where wooden shoes play a role in traditional culinary practices, reminding us of the warmth and joy shared around the dining table. "Sabots, c. 1890 (wood)" showcases these iconic footwear pieces themselves – sturdy yet elegant creations that have stood the test of time. Their craftsmanship is evident in each carefully carved detail. "N: Nest -- Node -- Christmas, 1890 (chromolithography)" presents an enchanting image where wooden hooves float upon water while an ebahi fish curiously observes – a whimsical depiction that sparks our imagination. Transporting us to another era is "A Gondola Ride", 1936 (illustration), where even amidst Venetian canals, woodshoes make their presence felt as part of daily life's attire. "Claudine at School" by Colette and Willy from 1900 offers an illustration featuring woodshoes worn by characters who embody youthful innocence and curiosity within educational settings. Within L'Assiette au Beurre's issue 389 back cover from September 1908 titled "Guilty Childhood, " we catch a glimpse of childhood memories intertwined with wooden shoes – evoking nostalgia for simpler times. "The Carrot Puller, " 1885 (black chalk on paper) portrays laborious farm work made easier by reliable woodshoes; they become essential tools for those working close to nature's bounty.