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Ostler Collection

Dominic Ostler, a name that echoes through the annals of history

Background imageOstler Collection: Dominic Ostler

Dominic Ostler Warwickshire CCC 14 April 1995 Date: 14 April 1995

Background imageOstler Collection: Ostler attending horse in courtyard of the New Inn, Gloucester (wood engraving)

Ostler attending horse in courtyard of the New Inn, Gloucester (wood engraving)
3245322 Ostler attending horse in courtyard of the New Inn, Gloucester (wood engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; English, out of copyright

Background imageOstler Collection: A Coaching Idyll, by Edmund Petley (chromolitho)

A Coaching Idyll, by Edmund Petley (chromolitho)
1051324 A Coaching Idyll, by Edmund Petley (chromolitho) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Coaching Idyll, by Edmund Petley)

Background imageOstler Collection: Ye Ne er Heard a Fishwife Cry Stinking Fish, 1911 (woodcut)

Ye Ne er Heard a Fishwife Cry Stinking Fish, 1911 (woodcut)
BSA408888 Ye Ne er Heard a Fishwife Cry Stinking Fish, 1911 (woodcut) by Fothergill, George Algernon (1868-1945); 16.5x30.5 cm; Private Collection; eThe British Sporting Art Trust; English

Background imageOstler Collection: Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters (engraving)

Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters (engraving)
1612769 Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Ws Woodin in Three Characters)

Background imageOstler Collection: O, Ostler (colour litho)

O, Ostler (colour litho)
5234235 O, Ostler (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: O, Ostler. Pictorial alphabet)

Background imageOstler Collection: Rowlandson and Wigstead (1745-93) Arriving at an Inn (pen & grey ink and w / c on paper)

Rowlandson and Wigstead (1745-93) Arriving at an Inn (pen & grey ink and w / c on paper)
BAC155884 Rowlandson and Wigstead (1745-93) Arriving at an Inn (pen & grey ink and w/c on paper) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 18.1x28.9 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageOstler Collection: Picture Alphabet, O (engraving)

Picture Alphabet, O (engraving)
6010384 Picture Alphabet, O (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picture Alphabet, O. Illustration for The Infants Magazine (1867).); © Look and Learn

Background imageOstler Collection: Paying the Hostler, engraved by Samuel William Reynolds (1773-1835), pub. by H

Paying the Hostler, engraved by Samuel William Reynolds (1773-1835), pub. by H
NP125566 Paying the Hostler, engraved by Samuel William Reynolds (1773-1835), pub. by H. Macklin, 1805 (mezzotint engraving) by Morland

Background imageOstler Collection: Showing His Paces (colour litho)

Showing His Paces (colour litho)
5203542 Showing His Paces (colour litho) by Wright, George (1860-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Showing His Paces)

Background imageOstler Collection: OSTLER AND CLIENT

OSTLER AND CLIENT
OSTLER A customer and the ostler in an inn-yard Date: 1857

Background imageOstler Collection: OSTLER AT KESTON CROSS

OSTLER AT KESTON CROSS
OSTLER William Blake, one-eyed ostler at Keston Cross, Kent Date: circa 1826

Background imageOstler Collection: Stagecoach at a wayside inn on an oval Christmas card

Stagecoach at a wayside inn on an oval Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageOstler Collection: Source Size = 3965 x 2662

Source Size = 3965 x 2662
Mr. W.E. Wood in In Three Characters: Thomas Gubbins, the Ostler (Left), Lady Frances Foresight (Centre), Jones, the Skipper (Right)

Background imageOstler Collection: Source Size = 1878 x 3521

Source Size = 1878 x 3521
Glass Candelabra, by Messrs. E. and C. Ostler

Background imageOstler Collection: The British Beehive, 1867 (litho)

The British Beehive, 1867 (litho)
XJF393818 The British Beehive, 1867 (litho) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: cartoon sketched by Cruikshank in 1840 but only published by him in 1867; his pictorial)

Background imageOstler Collection: Brough Hill (w / c on paper)

Brough Hill (w / c on paper)
XPG359496 Brough Hill (w/c on paper) by Atkinson, John (1863-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brough Hill Fair was held between 30th September and 1st October after 1752)

Background imageOstler Collection: The Horse Fair (w / c and pencil on paper)

The Horse Fair (w / c and pencil on paper)
XPG359494 The Horse Fair (w/c and pencil on paper) by Atkinson, John (1863-1924); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageOstler Collection: The Stage Arrives, c. 1830 (oil on canvas)

The Stage Arrives, c. 1830 (oil on canvas)
XZL151168 The Stage Arrives, c.1830 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright


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Dominic Ostler, a name that echoes through the annals of history. Known for his expertise in attending horses, he was a familiar figure in the courtyard of the New Inn in Gloucester. A wood engraving captures him in action, tending to the majestic creatures with care and skill. In Edmund Petley's "A Coaching Idyll, " Dominic Ostler becomes part of a picturesque scene. The chromolitho brings to life the idyllic countryside where coaches pass by, and Ostler stands tall amidst it all. But Dominic Ostler's presence is not limited to rural landscapes alone. In "Ye Ne er Heard a Fishwife Cry Stinking Fish, " a powerful woodcut from 1911, we see another side of him - one that defies expectations and challenges stereotypes. Mr Ws Woodin immortalizes Dominic Ostler through an intricate engraving titled "Three Characters. " It showcases his versatility as he assumes different roles with ease and grace. "O, Ostler. " exclaims a vibrant colour litho capturing his essence perfectly. The image radiates energy and enthusiasm as if echoing the sentiments of those who have encountered this remarkable individual. Rowlandson and Wigstead's pen & grey ink masterpiece portrays Dominic Ostler arriving at an inn. His arrival is marked by anticipation and excitement - both from him and those around him. The Picture Alphabet presents us with an enchanting engraving featuring O for Ostler. This playful representation adds charm to our understanding of this multifaceted character. "Paying the Hostler" depicts Samuel William Reynolds' engraved tribute to Dominic Ostler's profession. Published by H. , it immortalizes his role as caretaker while highlighting their importance within society. And then there is "Showing His Paces, " a captivating colour litho showcasing Dominic Ostler alongside magnificent horses displaying their prowess on track or field – truly mesmerizing.