Fire Bucket Collection

Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942. Creator: Curry M. Bartlett
Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942

Fireman's Bucket, c. 1940. Creator: Georgina King
Fireman's Bucket, c. 1940

Fire Bucket, c. 1939. Creator: Marion E. Herrick
Fire Bucket, c. 1939

Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1939. Creator: Page Coffman
Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1939

Fire Bucket, 1938. Creator: John Cooke
Fire Bucket, 1938

Gibraltar, Gibraltar rock, Fire buckets

Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1936. Creator: Erwin Schwabe
Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1936

Fire Bucket, 1784. Creator: Unknown
Fire Bucket, 1784

Fire Bucket, c. 1939. Creator: Carl Buergerniss
Fire Bucket, c. 1939

Toy Hook and Ladder, with Two Horses, c. 1936. Creator: Mina Lowry
Toy Hook and Ladder, with Two Horses, c. 1936

Dynasties pass, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Dynasties pass, 1941. A bust of a mans head stares out from a corner of a room surrounded by boxes and fire buckets. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Banbury Station, Oxfordshire, c. 1936
A view of the platforms under the original overall roof at Banbury station in Oxfordshire, c.1936. The station opened in 1850 and was fully rebuilt in 1958

Two Doors And Buckets For Fire Prevention

Three Red Buckets

Serbian Air Force Mi-8 helicopter with bambi bucket
Serbian Air Force Mi-8 helicopter sucking water with bambi bucket, Serbia

Bulgarian Air Force Mi-17 taking water with Bambi Bucket
Bulgarian Air Force Mi-17 taking water with Bambi Backet from Pancharevo Lake near the city of Sofia, Bulgaria

A waiter rushes through the kitchen door with a tray of food during the rush for orders at lunch. undated

West Somerset Railway, Bishops Lydeard station

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"Guardians of Gibraltar: The Mighty Fire Buckets" In the shadows of the majestic Gibraltar Rock, a silent army stands ready to protect. Meet the unsung heroes known as fire buckets - humble yet powerful symbols of safety and resilience. Throughout history, these trusty companions have played their part in safeguarding lives and property. From the leather fire bucket crafted by Erwin Schwabe in 1936 to the mysterious masterpiece from 1784 whose creator remains unknown, each bears witness to countless battles against raging infernos. Carl Buergerniss's creation in 1939 showcases a timeless design that has stood strong for generations. These sturdy vessels were not just mere tools; they embodied hope amidst chaos, offering solace when flames threatened to devour all. But fire buckets aren't limited to land-based emergencies alone. Even high above Banbury Station or soaring through the skies with Serbian Air Force Mi-8 helicopters and Czech Air Force Sokol W-3A helicopters, their presence is felt. A symbol of unity across borders and time zones, they unite nations under a common cause – protecting what we hold dear. As dynasties rise and fall like fleeting embers, one thing remains constant: our need for vigilance against nature's wrath. Cecil Beaton's poignant artwork "Dynasties Pass" reminds us that even grand civilizations can crumble before an unforgiving blaze. Three red buckets stand tall together - simple yet profound reminders that prevention is key. Two doors adorned with these guardians serve as gateways between disaster and salvation. And let us not forget Mina Lowry's Toy Hook and Ladder with Two Horses – a playful reminder that even children understand the importance of preparedness from an early age. So next time you pass by a fire bucket on your daily journey, take a moment to appreciate its significance – it represents more than just metal or leather.