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Mounted Print : Shire Horse / Nosebag / 1940
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Shire Horse / Nosebag / 1940
Shire horses eat from nosebags Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14295772
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Blinkers Bridle Eating Nosebag Shire Nosebags
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a Shire Horse gracefully feeding from a nosebag. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the charm and nostalgia of the 1940s. Perfect for adding character to your home or office, this high-quality mounted print makes a unique and thoughtful gift for horse lovers or those with an appreciation for history. Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of this iconic breed, and let this timeless image transport you to a simpler era.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.1cm x 20.3cm (5.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Shire Horses at Work and Rest: A Glimpse into the 1940s Horse-Drawn Era This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to the horse-drawn era of the 1940s. The image focuses on a pair of majestic Shire horses, the largest and oldest breed of draft horse, as they take a well-deserved break from their daily labors. The horses are seen with their heads buried in nosebags, a common feeding method during this period. Nosebags were designed to allow horses to eat while being harnessed, making it easier for farmers and laborers to continue their work without interruption. The horses' bridles and blinkers are also visible, attesting to their working status. The Shire horses, with their powerful bodies and distinctive feathered feet, were the backbone of agriculture and transportation during the 1940s. Their strength and endurance made them indispensable for heavy-duty tasks such as plowing fields, hauling logs, and transporting goods. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when horses were the primary source of power and labor. It serves as a poignant reminder of the important role these magnificent animals played in our history and the deep connection between humans and horses that has endured through the centuries.
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