Animal Husbandry Collection

Scottish Highland cattle -Bos primigenius f. taurus- calf, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

The Durham Ox, engraved by J. Wessel, 1802 (colour engraving)
AJ211642 The Durham Ox, engraved by J. Wessel, 1802 (colour engraving) by Boultbee, John (1745-1812) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: property of John Day of Harmstone; ); English

Sheep pasture, Glencolumbcille, or Glencolumbkille, County Donegal, Ireland, Europe

Cows - Two together nose to tail
HAR-91 COWS - two heifers together, nose to tail. One young Friesian faces viewer alongside rear end of another in green pasture Dairy farming

Fleckvieh cattle, bull on a lush meadow

The Airedale Heifer, engraved by R. Reeve, 1820 (colour engraving)
AJ211646 The Airedale Heifer, engraved by R. Reeve, 1820 (colour engraving) by Bradley, John (1786-1843) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: owned by William Slingsby, Keighley)

Sheep in a field in Grasmere in the Lake District National Park UK in snow
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Cow - Frisian heifer portrait
HAR-115 Cow - Frisian heifer portrait Devon, UK Anthony Harrison Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Pigeons, lithograph, published in 1893
Pigeons: 1) Black German Nun (Altdeutscher Mohrenkopf); 2 - 3) Nuremberg swallow (NAOErnberger Schwalbentaube); 4) German Shield Owl, red (Deutsches SchildmAovchen)

Cow in the Alps, Oberstdorf, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany

Cows near Oberstaufen, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany

Wolf attacking a sheep, 1731 (copperplate engraving) (detail of 398066)
DGC398067 Wolf attacking a sheep, 1731 (copperplate engraving) (detail of 398066) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacob, the Faithful Shepherd)

Nose Piece (For Weaning Calf), c. 1938. Creator: John Thorsen
Nose Piece (For Weaning Calf), c. 1938

Ox Collar, 1938. Creator: Alexander Anderson
Ox Collar, 1938

A Short Horned Ox, engraved by John Day, 1856 (colour engraving)
AJ211644 A Short Horned Ox, engraved by John Day, 1856 (colour engraving) by Davis, W.H. (fl.1803-49) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Short Horned Heifer, engraved by William Ward, Dartington, 1811 (colour engraving)
AJ211643 A Short Horned Heifer, engraved by William Ward, Dartington, 1811 (colour engraving) by Weaver, Thomas (1774-1843) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord William, engraved by J. R. Macrell (fl. 1845), 1845 (colour engraving)
AJ211647 Lord William, engraved by J.R. Macrell (fl.1845), 1845 (colour engraving) by Shayer, William Joseph (1811-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Transporting Meat and Taming an Ox, 1839 (colour litho)
CHT293281 Transporting Meat and Taming an Ox, 1839 (colour litho) by Debret, Jean Baptiste (1768-1848) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Swineherd (bodycolour on paper)
1214006 The Swineherd (bodycolour on paper) by Watson, John Dawson (1832-92); 35.7x25.3 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright

The Newbus Ox, engraved by W. Ward, 1812 (colour engraving)
AJ211651 The Newbus Ox, engraved by W. Ward, 1812 (colour engraving) by Weaver, Thomas (1774-1843) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: bred by Mr Hutchinson of Eglestone; ); English

The Habertoft Short Horned Prize Cow, engraved by C. Hunt, 1842 (colour engraving)
AJ211650 The Habertoft Short Horned Prize Cow, engraved by C. Hunt, 1842 (colour engraving) by Hubbard, B. (fl.1839-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shearing sheep and trimming pigs, c. 1610 (oil on canvas)
REV407331 Shearing sheep and trimming pigs, c.1610 (oil on canvas) by Brueghel, Pieter the Younger (c.1564-1638); Museo Soumaya, Mexico City, Mexico; Flemish, out of copyright

A Short Horned Bull, Patriot, engraved by William Ward, Shrewsbury
AJ211648 A Short Horned Bull, Patriot, engraved by William Ward, Shrewsbury, 1810 (colour engraving) by Weaver, Thomas (1774-1843) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: bred by Mr Geo)

Portrait of Mr T. W. Coke Esq. and Clerk Hilliard Esq. with a North Devon Ox
AJ211649 Portrait of Mr T.W. Coke Esq. and Clerk Hilliard Esq. with a North Devon Ox (colour engraving) by Davis, W.H. (fl.1803-49) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: bred at Holkham Hall)

Mr James Hodges and his Two Year-Old Hereford Heifer, c. 1843 (oil on board)
NWP151494 Mr James Hodges and his Two Year-Old Hereford Heifer, c.1843 (oil on board) by Mullock, James Flewitt (1818-92); 44.5x59 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

Pigs, 1775-1800 (oil on canvas)
BIR190017 Pigs, 1775-1800 (oil on canvas) by Morland, George (1763-1804); 71x90 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

The columbary (Dovecote or pigeon loft) at the Schloss Schonbrunn (Schonbrunn Pala
Austria, Vienna, The columbary Dovecote or pigeon loft at the Schloss Schonbrunn, built between 1750-1755

The Poultry Book, 1867. Creator: Harrison Weir
" The Poultry Book", 1867. Ducks and ducklings, from " The Poultry Book" by William Bernhardt Tegetmeier, F.Z.S. (Fellow of the Zoological Society of London)

A black and white cow, two sheep and a brown pig standing together in a field

Rolling hills, sheep pastures, Catlins, South Island, New Zealand

White geese in a goose farm, Skurup, Sweden

Three cows standing on a meadow with dandelions against a blue sky with white clouds

Cattle Plague Steppe Murrain Rinderpest Virus
Members of the New York Board of Health examine animals stricken by cattle plague (also known as Steppe Murrain or Rinderpest) in 1868

Stock yards, Kansas City, Missouri, USA, in the late 19th century. From the book The United States of America - One Hundred Albertype Illustrations From Recent Negatives of the Most Noted Scenes of

Hereford Bullocks

Friesian Cattle

Jacob Sheep

Man shearing wool off sheep, farmhouse and shepherd tending animals in background

Appaloosa mix, grey horse, gelding, on meadow at a gallop, behind almond trees, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Appaloosa mix, grey horse, gelding, curious look, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Dairy cow looking out of a barn, left sign wertvoller Tierbestand, German for valuable livestock, Bavaria, Germany

Chicken run, group of hens with rooster pecking grains, enclosed by hedges and fences, with eggs laid in nesting boxes, fresh water tub supplied through pipe, view from above

Picture No. 11672288
Domestic Pig interior of piggery with high stock density. Date:

Picture No. 11672287
Domestic Pig interior of piggery with high stock density. Date:

Picture No. 11672286
Domestic Pig sow in stable. Date:

Picture No. 11672285
Domestic Pig sow in stable. Date:

Picture No. 11672284
Domestic Pig sow in stable. Date:

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Animal husbandry is a timeless practice that spans across continents, bringing together diverse landscapes and captivating creatures. In the picturesque region of Bavaria, Germany, a Scottish Highland cattle calf grazes peacefully in the lush meadows of Allgaeu. Its majestic presence embodies the ancient bond between humans and animals. Meanwhile, in Glencolumbcille, County Donegal, Ireland, sheep roam freely on vast pastures against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery. The harmonious coexistence between these gentle creatures and their surroundings showcases the delicate balance maintained through responsible animal husbandry. Two cows stand side by side with their noses touching in perfect harmony. This display of unity exemplifies how animals thrive when nurtured under attentive care and compassionate stewardship. The Airedale Heifer captured in an exquisite 1820 engraving by R. Reeve reminds us of the artistry involved in documenting these magnificent beings. Each stroke brings to life the strength and grace inherent within them. A bull from Fleckvieh cattle finds solace on a vibrant meadow as it indulges in nature's bounty. This idyllic scene epitomizes how proper management ensures both animal welfare and sustainable agriculture practices. The historic Durham Ox immortalized through J. Wessel's 1802 color engraving symbolizes centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. It stands as a testament to mankind's dedication to nurturing livestock for various purposes throughout history. Even amidst snow-covered fields in Grasmere within the Lake District National Park UK, sheep find resilience against harsh conditions thanks to careful husbandry practices implemented by dedicated farmers who prioritize their well-being above all else. A Frisian heifer gazes into our souls with its soulful eyes; its portrait captures not only its physical beauty but also reflects upon humanity's deep connection with these sentient beings that have been companions since time immemorial. Once again gracing Allgaeu’s landscape are Scottish Highland cattle, their majestic presence a reminder of the enduring bond between humans and animals.