Shod Collection

The village blacksmith, Goonhavern, Perranzabuloe, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Two men working at the village blacksmith while another man holds the horse and a girl holds the donkey. There is a notice advertising the West Briton newspaper on the wall. Photographer: Unknown

Shodfriars Hall, South Street, Boston, Lincolnshire - despite appearances, little is actually left of the original structure following major restoration in 1874

The Forge, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho)
619538 The Forge, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho)
619533 The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Land Agitation in Ireland, Sketches at Ballinrobe (engraving)
1060385 The Land Agitation in Ireland, Sketches at Ballinrobe (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Land Agitation in Ireland)

A Mule being shod at London Zoo in 1924 (b / w photo)
2967822 A Mule being shod at London Zoo in 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

An Army Forge, 1876 (etching)
497594 An Army Forge, 1876 (etching) by Forbes, Edwin Austin (1839-95); 47.9x60.5 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York, USA; (add.info.: Created by Forbes, a member of the French Etching Club)

The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho)
619541 The Farrier, from Etudes de Cheveaux, 1822 (litho) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

The Rivals (colour litho)
1037540 The Rivals (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rivals)

Dedicated to the Newly Created E--l of L-nsd-le, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving)
2962504 Dedicated to the Newly Created E--l of L-nsd-le, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir James Lowther)

Middle Ages. Latvia. Footwear. Riga. 12th-13th century
Middle Ages. Baltic area. Latvia. Footwear. Riga. 12th-13th century. Booties, baby shoes, spurs for ice. Museum of History and Navigation. Riga. Latvia

Cheery Families - Mrs Sole the Shoemakers Wife. 1890s

Mule in stocks, Western Front, WW1
A mule in stocks waiting to be shod, on the Western Front during World War One. Two soldiers chat nearby. Date: circa 1916

Source Size = 3752 x 5016
THE MANUFACTURE AND STORAGE OF GUNPOWDER: 1. Giving up our Matches at Entrance. 2. Sulphur Grinding. 3. Incorporating Mills. 4. Hydraulic Press. 5 and 6. Corning House. 7. Shod for the Occasion. 8

Blacksmith TopFoto
Blacksmith © TopFoto

Farrier shoeing horse, Haras du Pin, Normandy, France, March

Farrier making horseshoe, Haras du Pin, Normandy, France, March

Blacksmiths Shop - North Vietnam
Two Colonial French officers have their Vietnamese ponies re-shod at a Tonkin (Dap Cau)French Military Forge, North Vietnam Date: circa 1910s

A Street in Pompeii
A sreet in Pompeii, with stepping stones allowing pedestrians to cross dry-shod and wheeled vehicles to pass between. Date: circa 1

Donkey, adult, being shod by man and boy, near Essaouira, Morocco, february

Military Blacksmith
If horses are essential to yesterdays armies, the blacksmith is essential to keep them well shod : this marechal ferrant is at work in a French cavalry camp

A Farrier at work, Worcestershire
A Farrier at work, fitting a shoe to a large working horse, Worcestershire. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Wayland the Smith
At a cromlech in Ashbury, called Wayland Smiths Cave, a traveller could get his horse magically re-shod. It is said that Wayland learned his craft from the dwarfs of Iceland

Frost and Ice 1555
Traveling in the frosty countryside of Scandinavia is best done on sledges drawn by reindeer, though a horse will do if its well shod

James Hay Carlisle
JAMES HAY, earl of CARLISLE diplomat notorious for his extravagance, entering Paris his horses were shod with silver... with his autograph

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"Shod: A Journey Through Time and Craftsmanship" Step into the historic Shodfriars Hall on South Street, Boston, Lincolnshire, where the echoes of a village blacksmith's hammer resonate from centuries past. Traveling further south to Goonhavern in Perranzabuloe, Cornwall during the early 1900s, witness the skilled hands of a blacksmith fashioning sturdy footwear for locals. Transport yourself back to medieval Latvia as you explore Riga in the 12th-13th century. Admire intricate designs and craftsmanship displayed in ancient footwear found within this bustling city. Marvel at lithographs from "Etudes de Cheveaux, " dated 1822, capturing moments at The Forge and The Farrier - scenes that immortalize an era when horses were essential companions. Delve into history with sketches depicting The Land Agitation in Ireland at Ballinrobe - an engraving that encapsulates both struggle and resilience. Witness London Zoo's mule being shod in 1924 through a captivating black-and-white photograph; it serves as a reminder of humanity's connection with animals throughout time. Immerse yourself within an Army Forge etching from 1876 - an image that pays homage to those who served their country while showcasing their dedication to equine care. Return once more to "Etudes de Cheveaux" lithographs featuring The Farrier - these timeless pieces capture not only skill but also reverence for these noble creatures. Experience vibrant color lithographs such as "The Rivals" or delve into historical satire with "Dedicated to the Newly Created E--l of L-nsd-le, " published in 1784 as a hand-colored engraving. These artworks offer glimpses into society's humor and social commentary during different eras. Finally, find solace among cheery families like Mrs Sole, the Shoemaker's Wife.