Brasses Collection

A team of working horses at work in the fields ploughing. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith Date: circa 1980

Shire horse pulling a hay wagon
A heavy working horse pulls a high hay wagon along a country lane. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Shire horse drawn dray
Shire horse drawn brewery dray passes through a village, delivering beer to The Lamb and Flag pub. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Making horse tack in a workshop
Two craftsmen preparing the leatherwork for horse tack; shaping, stretching and sewing the pieces to the correct shape and size. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Incised slab (engraving)
3621506 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Farmers walk and lead a team of working horses across a harvested cornfield. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

A horse and cart in Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A horse and cart with the driver. The cart is marked H. Growdon, carrier, Truro. Photographer: Arthur Philp

The Harpur Charity at Bedford (engraving)
2772351 The Harpur Charity at Bedford (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harpur Charity at Bedford)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621537 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621534 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621527 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621490 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Horse and cart in a field, Roseland, Cornwall. Date: circa 1960s

Incised slab (engraving)
3621500 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621491 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621503 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Incised slab (engraving)
3621485 Incised slab (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.:s Piat, c 1150, Seclin. Illustration from Illustrations of Incised Slabs by W F Creeny (1891)

Cart-Horse Show and Parade at the Albert Palace and Olympia (engraving)
1050577 Cart-Horse Show and Parade at the Albert Palace and Olympia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Farmer with horse and cart in a field. Date: circa 1960s

Carriage pulled by two white shire horses
Lady transported by a carriage pulled by two white shire horses. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

A working heavy horse
A Shire horse, with collar, tack, bit, blinkers and horse brasses, standing alone in a cut cornfield. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Horse Brasses
HORSE BRASSES talismans favoured by English countryfolk to protect their horses and for general good luck

Bill Foyle, Essex farmer, surrounded by his collection of souvenirs, including a row of rifles, Native American Indian items, a buffalo head and various trophies. Date: 1964

Farmer with a pair of shire horses
A farmer stands on a track holding onto the reins of two fine shire horses, as a collie dog watches on. Watercolour painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Scene in the local pub somewhere in Cornwall
Scene of jollity in the local pub somewhere in Cornwall. circa 1980s

Tregony Heavy Horse Show and Country Fayre, Cornwall -- keepers with their beautifully turned out horses. circa 1980s

Cobham: the Chancel, with Altar-Tomb and Brasses

Interior with brasses, St Michaels Church, Great Tew, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Brasses: Celebrating the Majestic Power of Shire Horses" Witness the sheer strength and beauty of a Shire horse as it effortlessly pulls a hay wagon, showcasing the timeless bond between man and beast. A team of working horses diligently plowing through fields, their synchronized movements a testament to their incredible teamwork and unwavering dedication. The rhythmic clip-clop of hooves echoes through the streets as a magnificent Shire horse drawn dray delivers goods with grace and precision. Step back in time with an enchanting glimpse into history, where Shire horse drawn drays were once an integral part of daily life, transporting goods across towns and villages. Delicate engravings on incised slabs capture the essence of these noble creatures, immortalizing their legacy for generations to come. Uncover the artistry behind crafting horse tack in a traditional workshop - skilled hands meticulously shaping leather into functional works of art that enhance both comfort and style for our equine companions. Experience firsthand the symbiotic relationship between farmers and their trusty steeds as they walk side by side, guiding and leading teams of working horses with utmost care and respect. In picturesque countryside settings, witness farmers traversing vast fields with horse-drawn carts - a scene reminiscent of simpler times when horsepower reigned supreme over machinery. Transport yourself to early 1900s Truro, Cornwall - where bustling streets came alive with the sights and sounds of daily life accompanied by elegant horse-drawn carts gracefully gliding along cobblestone roads. The Harpur Charity at Bedford stands as an enduring tribute to those who recognized the invaluable contribution made by shire horses throughout history – forever etched in an exquisite engraving that honors their memory. 11 & 12: Intricately carved incised slabs pay homage to these gentle giants.