Ox Plow Collection

The meridian Line also known as The Siesta, 1888-1889 (Oil on Canvas)
7212109 The meridian Line also known as The Siesta, 1888-1889 (Oil on Canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: The meridian Line also known as The Siesta)

A huge cetacean stranded on the beach of Massa, the great efforts to drag it ashore (colour litho)
2815150 A huge cetacean stranded on the beach of Massa, the great efforts to drag it ashore (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Adoration of Shepherds (Miniature, 12th century)
LRI4670800 The Adoration of Shepherds (Miniature, 12th century) by Armenian School, (12th century); Armenian Museum, Isfahan

The Sower, c. 1575 (oil on canvas)
XAM65692 The Sower, c.1575 (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Francesco (Francesco da Ponte) (1549-92); 30x40 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Upside down world: oxen driving plough pulled by farmer, 19th century (epinal print)
ELD4837606 Upside down world: oxen driving plough pulled by farmer, 19th century (epinal print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The world upside down)

Triumph of the consul Lucius Aemilius Paulus over Perseus king of Macedonia (detail), about 1570 (fresco)
7216169 Triumph of the consul Lucius Aemilius Paulus over Perseus king of Macedonia (detail), about 1570 (fresco) by Alberti, Michele (b.c.1530) & Rocchetti, Jacopo (16th century); Musei Capitolini

Migration of the Teutons (engraving)
7147837 Migration of the Teutons (engraving) by Gehrts, Johannes (1855-1921) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Migration of the Teutons)

The Annunciation (demi-lunettes left and right) and the Nativity (central lunette) in one frame, c. 1480 (oil on panel)
7240852 The Annunciation (demi-lunettes left and right) and the Nativity (central lunette) in one frame, c.1480 (oil on panel) by Italian School

On the first day of Christmas, c. 1935 (gouache on paper)
7231119 On the first day of Christmas, c.1935 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

Crooked sixpence, c. 1935 (gouache on paper)
7231126 Crooked sixpence, c.1935 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

Hey Diddle Diddle, c. 1935 (gouache on paper)
7231131 Hey Diddle Diddle, c.1935 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

The house that Jack built, c. 1935 (gouache on paper)
7231127 The house that Jack built, c.1935 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

Christmas greeting "Centre of Attention", 1933 (gouache on paper)
7231118 Christmas greeting " Centre of Attention", 1933 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

Christmas greeting "Centre of Attention", 1933 (gouache on paper)
7231117 Christmas greeting " Centre of Attention", 1933 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

New Testament stories: the parable of the treasure hidden in a field (chromolitho)
7157141 New Testament stories: the parable of the treasure hidden in a field (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Testament stories)

Roasting an ox, procession of Charles V and Pope Clement VII after Charles coronation as Holy Roman Emperor in Bologna
7185720 Roasting an ox, procession of Charles V and Pope Clement VII after Charles coronation as Holy Roman Emperor in Bologna, 1530 (engraving) by French School

Les serpents, Buffle et surruruyu (engraving)
7198014 Les serpents, Buffle et surruruyu (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les serpents, Buffle et surruruyu)

Chasse au simarron (engraving)
7200006 Chasse au simarron (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chasse au simarron)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Boeuf; Ox; Ochs (engraving)
7194957 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Boeuf; Ox; Ochs (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boeuf; Ox; Ochs)

Farmers and sailors (colour litho)
7201046 Farmers and sailors (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Farmers and sailors)

Luke the Evangelist (engraving)
7172429 Luke the Evangelist (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luke the Evangelist)

Lassoing a Wild Ox (engraving)
7183169 Lassoing a Wild Ox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lassoing a Wild Ox)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Etable (a boeufs); Ox-stall; Ochsenstall (engraving)
7195917 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Etable (a boeufs); Ox-stall; Ochsenstall (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Etable (a boeufs); Ox-stall; Ochsenstall

Cistercian monks working in the fields of a monastery farm (engraving)
7147960 Cistercian monks working in the fields of a monastery farm (engraving) by Riefstahl, Ludwig Friedrich Wilhelm (1827-88); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mughal emperor travelling by ox-drawn chariot, India (engraving)
7172572 Mughal emperor travelling by ox-drawn chariot, India (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mughal emperor travelling by ox-drawn chariot, India)

Hottentots and Bushmen, South Africa (chromolitho)
7149443 Hottentots and Bushmen, South Africa (chromolitho) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hottentots and Bushmen, South Africa)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Char a boeufs; Cart drawn by oxen; Ochsenwagen (engraving)
7195285 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Char a boeufs; Cart drawn by oxen; Ochsenwagen (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Luke the Evangelist (engraving)
7149620 St Luke the Evangelist (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Luke the Evangelist)

Ezekiels Vision (engraving)
7185087 Ezekiels Vision (engraving) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ezekiels Vision)

Dans les Marennes, Emotions de chasse (engraving)
7199918 Dans les Marennes, Emotions de chasse (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dans les Marennes, Emotions de chasse)

Boeuf musque (engraving)
7194387 Boeuf musque (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boeuf musque. Illustration for La Chasse Illustree (Firmin Didot, 1867-68).); © Look and Learn

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Boeuf (musque); Musk-ox; Moschusochs (engraving)
7194959 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Boeuf (musque); Musk-ox; Moschusochs (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boeuf (musque); Musk-ox; Moschusochs

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Joug (de boeufs); Yoke of oxen; Oxenjoch (engraving)
7196455 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Joug (de boeufs); Yoke of oxen; Oxenjoch (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joug (de boeufs); Yoke of oxen; Oxenjoch

The picturesque convoys of primitive wagons pulled by oxen and led by militarized peasants... (colour litho)
2808538 The picturesque convoys of primitive wagons pulled by oxen and led by militarized peasants... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The bizarre case of a train overturned by an ox, on the Turin-Rivoli line (colour litho)
2815162 The bizarre case of a train overturned by an ox, on the Turin-Rivoli line (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Characteristic costumes, a procession of Romagna bulls in Pontecorvo (Caserta) (colour litho)
2815056 Characteristic costumes, a procession of Romagna bulls in Pontecorvo (Caserta) (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Characteristic costumes)

The traditional celebrations of the people, the monumental chariot led in procession in Casteltermini (Girgenti)
2798809 The traditional celebrations of the people, the monumental chariot led in procession in Casteltermini (Girgenti) (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho)
2778236 In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the lands redeemed by Fascism)

Agitation Of Peasants In The Province Of Perugia, Human Barriers In Front Of The Plows To Prevent Work (colour litho)
2798757 Agitation Of Peasants In The Province Of Perugia, Human Barriers In Front Of The Plows To Prevent Work (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Feast Of Freshers In Ferrara, The Student Procession Crosses The City (colour litho)
2798499 The Feast Of Freshers In Ferrara, The Student Procession Crosses The City (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Feast Of Freshers In Ferrara)

A village besieged by oxen (colour litho)
2783784 A village besieged by oxen (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A village besieged by oxen)

The grape festival in Rome, the picturesque harvest procession in Piazza di Siena (colour litho)
2777990 The grape festival in Rome, the picturesque harvest procession in Piazza di Siena (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The grape festival in Rome)

Cultivate every strip of land! (colour litho)
2778599 Cultivate every strip of land! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cultivate every strip of land)

Make way for the joy procession! (colour litho)
2778132 Make way for the joy procession! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Make way for the joy procession)

The week of Abruzzo (colour litho)
2809231 The week of Abruzzo (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The week of Abruzzo)

Agrarian strike in Parmesan, how strikers try to prevent the departure of cattle... (colour litho)
2815112 Agrarian strike in Parmesan, how strikers try to prevent the departure of cattle... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A new system for the invasion of the lands near Rome, the oxen pushed towards the troop (colour litho)
2814778 A new system for the invasion of the lands near Rome, the oxen pushed towards the troop (colour litho) by Beltrame

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"The Ox Plow: A Symbol of Strength and Endurance in Art Through the Ages" From ancient times to the modern era, the ox plow has held a significant place in human history. Depicted in various forms of art, this humble agricultural tool represents both the hardships and triumphs of humanity's relationship with nature. In "The Meridian Line also known as The Siesta, " painted between 1888-1889, an idyllic scene unfolds as farmers utilize their trusty oxen to till the land. The peacefulness captured on canvas reflects the importance of rest after laborious work. On the Adria-Piove di Sacco line, a littorina collides with an unexpected obstacle - an ox that suddenly appeared. This color lithograph reminds us of how even amidst progress and innovation, nature can still surprise us with its unpredictability. In another lithograph titled "Tragic Slip, " we witness a heart-wrenching moment when an unfortunate accident befalls an ox while working alongside its farmer. This image serves as a reminder that farming is not without risks and sacrifices. A colossal cetacean stranded on Massa's beach becomes a focal point in yet another lithograph. Here, we see immense efforts being made to drag it ashore using sheer manpower – including powerful oxen – showcasing humanity's determination when faced with daunting challenges. Moving away from agriculture but staying true to its symbolism, Italian troops boldly advance through treacherous mountainous terrains where roads are nonexistent. In this vibrant lithograph depicting their conquests in Epirus, these soldiers embody strength akin to that displayed by mighty oxen pulling plows. Artistic representations often draw inspiration from religious themes too. In "The Adoration of Shepherds" miniature dating back to the 12th century or later tempera-on-panel version; shepherds gather around baby Jesus while nearby animals like sheep and oxen observe, emphasizing the humble origins of the Christian savior.