Mower Collection

Poster, Ransomes Lawnmowers, sold by Broughton & Wilks, Banbury. circa 1900s

Lawn Mower Advt, 1884
British advertisement for a lawn mower and garden roller

Advert for Ransomes lawn mowers
An advertisement for Ransomes lawn mowers, showing three different products available. Date: 1883

Photo of Lawn Mower 1930
Two men riding on a lawn mower Date: circa 1930

Lawn Mower Advert C1890
British advertisement for a lawn mower

Farming / Mowing 1899
A mowing scene: the mower sharpens his blade with a stone

Do it yourself Bike
Home assembly model Safety bicycle : if you ve followed the instructions properly, you should have one of these : if it looks more like a lawn- mower, you boobed

Our Countryside, 1938: Haymaking (b/w photo)
8671506 Our Countryside, 1938: Haymaking (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haymaking)

Haymaking (colour litho)
8665893 Haymaking (colour litho) by Ball, Wilfrid Williams (1853-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Haymaking. Illustration for English Country Life by Walter Raymond (TN Foulis)

The Shepherd's Calendar, 1848
3480125 The Shepherd's Calendar, 1848; (add.info.: The mower taking his ease with a pipe after haymaking. Illustration of August for John Clare 'The Shepherd's Calendar')

Advertisement for a Selig, Sonnenthal & Co's "Easy" Lawn Mower - a simple hand-powered cylinder lawn
5308578 Advertisement for a Selig, Sonnenthal & Co's "Easy" Lawn Mower - a simple hand-powered cylinder lawn mower, 19th century; (add.info.: Advertisement for a Selig)

Advertisement for the Archimedean lawn mower
5312163 Advertisement for the Archimedean lawn mower; (add.info.: Advertisement for the Archimedean lawn mower. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mower taking his ease with a pipe after haymaking
5616624 Mower taking his ease with a pipe after haymaking; (add.info.: Illustration of August for John Clare 'The Shepherd's Calendar'. 1848. 01/01/1848); Universal History Archive/UIG

A lawn mower
5312170 A lawn mower; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lawn mower fitted with a box for collecting the mowings. This was a cylinder machine, but had no roller in front of the cutters)

Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding
5309418 Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding

Engraving depicting a Gardner using a hand-powered cylinder lawn mower with roller blades
5308579 Engraving depicting a Gardner using a hand-powered cylinder lawn mower with roller blades and a box to collect the mowing's

A woman using a box-less lawn mower
5312168 A woman using a box-less lawn mower; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a woman using a box-less lawn mower. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An Excelsior lawn mower
5312166 An Excelsior lawn mower; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Excelsior lawn mower, fitted with a box for collecting the mowings)

The Mower, c.1910. Creator: Hodler, Ferdinand (1853-1918)
The Mower, c.1910. Private Collection

The Mowers, c1891, (c1915). Artist: George Clausen
The Mowers, c1891, (c1915). The painting is held by the Usher Gallery, Lincoln. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

Printing - Upper Mower Case Boxes

Gardener mowing a lawn with a Thomas Green lawnmower, Victorian period

Advert, The Atco Motor Lawn Mower, Chas H Pugh Ltd, Birmingham Date: 1927

Budding's patent lawn mower made by Ransomes of Ipswich
Budding's Patent Lawn Mower manufactured by Ransomes of Ipswich Date: 1832

Four-stroke motor lawn mower by Ransomes of Ipswich
16 inch Four-Stroke Motor Lawn Mower made by Ransomes of Ipswich

June, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass)
PC129079 June, from the Zodiac Window, 13th century (stained glass) by French School, (13th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres, France; (add.info.: earthly cycle of the year;)

Ms 1058-1975 f6r Mowing Grass, illuminated calendar page for June, from a Book of Hours, c. 1500 (vellum)
FIT133910 Ms 1058-1975 f6r Mowing Grass, illuminated calendar page for June, from a Book of Hours, c.1500 (vellum) by Flemish School, (16th century); 19.2x13.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

Ms 438 The Month of June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours, 1490 (vellum)
CHT202249 Ms 438 The Month of June: Reaping, from a Book of Hours, 1490 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque de L'Arsenal, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

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Hay harvest and haystack in the Apuseni Mountains, Scarisoara, Romania Date: 07/01/2009

Mr. Browning in his field getting ready to mow hay, Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Mr. Browning in his field getting ready to mow hay. Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon

Farmer in his field getting ready to mow hay, Dead Ox Flat, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Possibly related to: Mr. Browning in his field getting ready to mow hay. Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon

Andrew Mower Holds On England V Scotland, Six-Nations England V Scotland, Six-Nations Twickenham, London, Englan 22 March 2003 Date: 22 March 2003

Mike Tindall, Beattie & Mower England V Scotland, Six-Nations England V Scotland, Six-Nations Twickenham, London, Englan 22 March 2003 Date: 22 March 2003

Matt Dawson, Paterson & Mower England V Scotland, Six-Nations England V Scotland, Six-Nations Twickenham, London, Englan 22 March 2003 Date: 22 March 2003

Andrew Mower Scotland & Newcastle Falcons France V Scotland, Six Nations Stade France, Paris 23 February 2003 Date: 23 February 2003

Farming advert showing mowers and reapers, 1890 (colour litho)
3245346 Farming advert showing mowers and reapers, 1890 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Sherman and his Generals, November 1864 (engraving)
959461 Sherman and his Generals, November 1864 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sherman and his Generals, November 1864)

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"Mower: A Timeless Tool Revolutionizing Lawn Care" From the early days of Ransomes Lawnmowers in 1884, to the present day, mowers have played a crucial role in maintaining pristine lawns. The vintage poster showcasing Ransomes Lawnmowers from that era reminds us of the humble beginnings and innovation that shaped this industry. In 1930, a captivating photo captured the essence of a lawn mower - its sleek design and efficiency. It depicted how far we had come since those early farming days in 1899 when mowing was labor-intensive and time-consuming. Advertisements from around 1890 showcased how manufacturers recognized the growing demand for these machines as people sought easier ways to maintain their lawns. These adverts paved the way for modern-day convenience and ease-of-use. But mowers didn't just stop at cutting grass; they evolved into multi-purpose tools. The "Do it yourself Bike" demonstrated how one could attach a mower to their bicycle, combining exercise with lawn care. And who can forget the mobile grinder from the 1970s? It allowed users to sharpen blades on-the-go, ensuring an impeccable cut every time. Mowers even made their mark beyond residential use. In printing, upper mower case boxes were used to store typefaces neatly organized for efficient typesetting processes. Gardeners found solace in using Thomas Green lawnmowers while tending to vast landscapes - a testament to their reliability and precision. Meanwhile, Atco Motor Lawn Mower's advert highlighted advancements like motorized engines that further simplified yard maintenance. One cannot discuss mowers without acknowledging Budding's patent lawn mower made by Ransomes of Ipswich – an iconic invention that laid down foundations for today's models. Through decades of innovation and technological advancements, mowers have become an indispensable tool for homeowners worldwide. From revolutionizing farming practices in 1899 to transforming mundane chores into enjoyable experiences, mowers have truly stood the test of time.