Hoofs Collection

Spanish Ibex - Sierra de Gredos - Spain
SM-2881 Spanish Ibex Sierra de Gredos - Spain Capra pyrenaica Stefan Meyers contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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Canada, Alberta, Raymond, Bare Back riding at the Raymond Stampede the oldest rodeo in Canada held annually since 1902, all four of horses hoofs off the ground

Farrier at work
Gert van den Bosch

a short story of a blade of grass in a hoof
Cembrzynski Ignacy

Ms. New Coll 380, f40r. The antiquities of the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary, Carlisle, drawn by Robert Carlile
833749 Ms. New Coll 380, f40r. The antiquities of the Cathedral Church of Saint Mary, Carlisle, drawn by Robert Carlile, 1795 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Carlile

Statue of a knight on horseback (photo)
JFS249921 Statue of a knight on horseback (photo) by Spanish School, (18th century); San Pedro de Cardena, Castilla y Leon, Spain; (add.info.: knight is possibly El Cid (c.1040-99) ?; S

Mammalia (engraving)
3650035 Mammalia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mammalia. Illustration of terms relating to the structure and classification of mammals)

Le Maréchal férrant (the blacksmith)
Manu Allicot

Young girl cleaning the hooves of a pony

Spanish Ibex - jumping through water - Sierra de Gredos - Spain
SM-2880 Spanish Ibex - jumping through water Sierra de Gredos - Spain Capra pyrenaica Stefan Meyers contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Jockey on pony on a New Year card
Jockey on a pony on a New Year card, running past a snowman. Date: circa 1890s

Hoofs of a domestic reindeer. reindeer of Selkup people (Northern minority) living near river Taz; early spring; North Tumen region, Siberia, Russia

Trade catalogue for hunting trophies 1937
Trade catalogue for Army and Navy Stores, showing a selection of hunting trophies including rhinoceros as a tobacco jar, elephants foot as a liqueur stand, deer slot mounted as a flower vase

Buffalo hooves, delicacy, market, Vietnam, Asia

Camel standing on sandy patch in walled area, side view

Lassoing a cattle thief Date: 1926

Palaeotherium. Artists impression of the extinct mammal Palaeotherium. This genus lived during the Eocene and Oligocene epoch between 54 and 23 million years ago

Eohippus. Artists impression of the extinct horse Eohippus, also known as Hyracotherium. This species lived during the Eocene epoch between 60 and 45 million years ago

Macrauchenia. Artists impression of the extinct prehistoric mammal Macrauchenia. This herbivore lived 7 million to 20, 000 years ago

Merychippus. Artists impression of the extinct horsel Merychippus. This species lived during the Miocene epoch between 17 and 11 million years ago. It is thought to be the first horse to graze

Brontotheres. Artists impression of two Brontotheres (Brontotherium sp.), extinct mammals that lived during the Eocene epoch, 58-30 million years ago

Uintatherium. Artists impression of two Uintatherium (Uintatherium robustum), extinct mammals that lived during the Eocene epoch, 52-36 million years ago

Brontotherium, artwork
Brontotherium. Computer artwork of a Brontotherium on an open plain with birds on its back. This extinct mammal belonged to the same group as horses

Brontotherium dinosaur, computer artwork. This dinosaur belonged to the same group as horses, rhinos and tapirs and lived during the Eocene epoch (58 to 30 million years ago)

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In the rugged terrain of Sierra de Gredos, Spain, the Spanish Ibex gracefully navigates with its sturdy hoofs. 🏔️🐐 Captured by EyeUbiquitous_20103380, this captivating image showcases the remarkable adaptation of these majestic creatures to their mountainous habitat. But hoofs aren't limited to just wild animals; they have played a significant role throughout history. Take Brontotheres, for example, ancient mammals that once roamed the Earth and left behind fossilized evidence of their impressive hoofs. These remnants serve as a reminder of our planet's rich evolutionary past. It also carry stories from different cultures and civilizations. Imagine standing at the state entrance into Delhi and witnessing a blade of grass being gently brushed by passing hoofs. This simple encounter could inspire an entire short story about resilience and interconnectedness in nature. Artists like Robert Carlile captured the beauty through intricate drawings like "Ms. New Coll 380, f40r. " His pen & ink depiction reveals the antiquities found within Cathedral Church of Saint Mary in Carlisle, England - each detail meticulously crafted down to every hoofprint left on sacred ground. Statues immortalize moments frozen in time - one such statue portrays a knight on horseback, showcasing both rider and steed's powerful hooves ready for battle or adventure. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and partnership with these incredible animals. From engravings depicting various mammalian species' diverse hoof structures to witnessing farriers skillfully shaping horseshoes in action – these images remind us that humans have long recognized the importance of caring for animal hooves throughout history. Le Maréchal férrant (the blacksmith) stands tall among his tools and glowing embers as he tends to equine feet with utmost care – reinforcing how crucial it is to maintain healthy hooves for horses' overall well-being. Even on a New Year card, hoofs take center stage.