Riding Boots Collection

Catherine II of Russia in Life Guard Uniform on the horse Brillante, 1782. Creator: Vigilius Erichsen
Catherine II of Russia in Life Guard Uniform on the horse Brillante, 1782. Equestrian portrait of Catherine the Great in the uniform of the Preobrazhensky Regiment

T. T. Races in Isle Of Man - British Isles - J Guthrie on Norton TopFoto
T.T. Races in Isle Of Man - British Isles - J Guthrie on " Norton " © TopFoto

Cowdray Park Polo Week Miss Chichester and Captain Ronald Cooke 1933

Helen Preece, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Helen Preece, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Helen Preece, young English equestrian

Helen Preece, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Helen Preece, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Helen Preece, young English equestrian

Some Sea-Side Fashions for 1863. Victorian ladies in short hooped skirts and tiny bonnets, wearing riding boots
FLO4995472 Some Sea-Side Fashions for 1863. Victorian ladies in short hooped skirts and tiny bonnets, wearing riding boots, bloomers and shoes, holding walking sticks

Fashion show, East Hampton, Long Island, between 1933 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Fashion show, East Hampton, Long Island, between 1933 and 1942

East Hampton hunt, 1933 Sept. Creator: Arnold Genthe
East Hampton hunt, 1933 Sept

Portrait of Marshal Canrobert, for the Gallery of Versailles, painted by M. Beaucé, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Marshal Canrobert, for the Gallery of Versailles, painted by M. Beauce, 1860. A portrait of Marshal Canrobert has just been finished...[showing] the General as he appeared in his quarters

Willem V on horseback, 1778. Creator: Isaac Lodewijk La Fargue
Willem V on horseback, 1778. Willem V in the uniform of a Garde du Corps cavalry officer. He wears a blue coat, waistcoat, breeches, boots, black hat with ostrich feathers, and white gloves

The City Marshal, 1937. Creator: Unknown
The City Marshal, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

Master of the Horse, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Master of the Horse, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

Bluemantle Pursuivant, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Bluemantle Pursuivant, 1937. Bluemantle Pursuivant of Arms in Ordinary is a junior officer of arms of the College of Arms in London. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M

Equestrian portrait of Alexander I, Prince of the Netherlands, 1843-1871. Creator: Willem Daniel de Vignon van Alphen
Equestrian portrait of Alexander I, Prince of the Netherlands, 1843-1871. Wearing hunting dress. Served in the Navy and the Cavalry

New Uniforms of the British Cavalry, 1856. Creator: Charles William Sheeres
New Uniforms of the British Cavalry, 1856. 17th Lancers, Royal Horse Guards Blue, 1st Life Guards, 16th Lancers, 3rd Light Dragoons, 6th Dragoon Guards, 2nd Life Guards, Royal Horse Artillery

Foxhunters Regaling in the "Good" Old Times - drawn by John Leech, 1856. Creator: Joseph Swain
Foxhunters Regaling in the "Good" Old Times - drawn by John Leech, 1856. Men can now dine and return to the drawing-room; and, with such temptations as Mr

Miss Chaffee, or her friend Miss Dorothy Kuhn, portrait photograph, 1919 Apr. 12. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Miss Chaffee, or her friend Miss Dorothy Kuhn, portrait photograph, 1919 Apr. 12

Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913

Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913

Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Major General Leonard Wood, U.S. Army, 1913

Unidentified person on a horse, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified person on a horse, between 1911 and 1942

Bruce, J.M. Mr. on horseback, with Mrs. Bruce, 1919 May 30. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bruce, J.M. Mr. on horseback, with Mrs. Bruce, 1919 May 30

Bruce, J.M. Mr. on horseback, 1919 May 30. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Bruce, J.M. Mr. on horseback, 1919 May 30

Horse shows, between 1912 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse shows, between 1912 and 1917
Horse shows, between 1912 and 1917. Woman sitting astride a horse

"Are there any trousers here that fit me?" Carl Gustaf Ridderstolpe. (c1840s). Creator: Fritz von Dardel
"Are there any trousers here that fit me?" Carl Gustaf Ridderstolpe. (c1840s)

The Civil War in America: General Stuart (Confederate) with his cavalry... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Civil War in America: General Stuart (Confederate) with his cavalry scouting in the neighbourhood of Culpepper Courthouse - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862

RB Cunninghame Graham (oil on canvas)
3550969 RB Cunninghame Graham (oil on canvas) by Lavery, John (1856-1941); Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham (1852-1936) was a Scottish politician, writer

A Victorian Christmas card of two gentlemen dressed in hunting attire next to a wooden
3603964 A Victorian Christmas card of two gentlemen dressed in hunting attire next to a wooden horse, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian New Year card of a fox hunt, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3603962 A Victorian New Year card of a fox hunt, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Portrait of Thomas Conolly, seated on a dappled grey hunter (oil on canvas)
CH414291 Portrait of Thomas Conolly, seated on a dappled grey hunter (oil on canvas) by Osborne, William (1823-1901); 112x132.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Conolly)

The Discerning Collector (oil on canvas)
LST204495 The Discerning Collector (oil on canvas) by Grace, Arthur Longlands (fl.1886); 77.5x56 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts, New York; British, out of copyright

The jockey Tod Sloan on his return from Europe, 1898 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381572 The jockey Tod Sloan on his return from Europe, 1898 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x20.3 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Reporter interviewing a gentleman getting dressed (chromolitho)
1094485 Reporter interviewing a gentleman getting dressed (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reporter interviewing a gentleman getting dressed)

Discussing the Probabilities of an Advance, 1861-65 (b / w photo)
STC355108 Discussing the Probabilities of an Advance, 1861-65 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Couple of Lord Henry Bentincks Foxhounds with a Terrier, c. 1845 (oil on canvas)
XYC153933 A Couple of Lord Henry Bentincks Foxhounds with a Terrier, c.1845 (oil on canvas) by Barraud, William (1810-50); 111.8x142.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

The muses of Roland of Berlin. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786034 The muses of Roland of Berlin. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Testevuide, Jehan (pseudonym of Jean Saurel) (1873-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alexander I of Russia (oil on canvas)
BAL5493 Alexander I of Russia (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 241x160 cm; Apsley House, The Wellington Museum, London

General George A. Custer and General Alfred Pleasonton, 1861-65 (b / w photo)
STC354399 General George A. Custer and General Alfred Pleasonton, 1861-65 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: General Custer (1839-1876)

A Victorian Christmas card of a horse thrashing in the water while the other is pulled
3603835 A Victorian Christmas card of a horse thrashing in the water while the other is pulled ashore by his rider, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Two Jockeys, (watercolour, bodycolour and pencil)
657371 Two Jockeys, (watercolour, bodycolour and pencil) by Wood, Christopher (1901-30); 33x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Jockeys. Christopher Wood (1901-1930)

A man on a rooftop dressed in a traditional military uniform, holding a rifle
MNY380881 A man on a rooftop dressed in a traditional military uniform, holding a rifle, 1895 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 25.4x20.3 cm; Museum of the City of New York

General G. Meade in camp, 1861-65 (b / w photo)
STC354397 General G. Meade in camp, 1861-65 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info)

Apothecary Thyer (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
CHL404778 Apothecary Thyer (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Barritt, Thomas (d.1820); 16.5x12.4 cm; Chethams Library, Manchester

Jackboots, British, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Jackboots, British, 18th century

From Eaton, December 8, 1776. December 8, 1776. Creator: Philip James de Loutherbourg
From Eaton, December 8, 1776. [Caricatures of the English]

Close Up Of A Riding Boot In Stirrups In Baltimore County; Maryland, United States Of America

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"Riding Boots: A Timeless Symbol of Equestrian Elegance and Adventure" Step into the world of equestrianism, where riding boots reign supreme. From the thrilling T. T. Races in Isle Of Man to the prestigious Cowdray Park Polo Week, these sturdy footwear have graced countless iconic moments throughout history. In 1933, Miss Chichester and Captain Ronald Cooke epitomized grace and style as they showcased their impeccable horsemanship during Cowdray Park Polo Week. Their polished riding boots stood as a testament to their dedication to this noble sport. RB Cunninghame Graham's oil on canvas portrait captures the essence of an era when they were not just functional but also fashionable accessories. These boots became a symbol of status and sophistication for gentlemen dressed in hunting attire, as depicted in a Victorian Christmas card. The spirit of adventure is embodied by a Victorian New Year card showcasing an exhilarating fox hunt from c. 1880. Amidst the excitement, riders donned their trusty riding boots that provided both comfort and protection while navigating challenging terrains. Even literary giants like Johann Wolfgang von Goethe found solace in nature's embrace while wearing his beloved pair of riding boots. His watercolor painting portrays him immersed in contemplation amidst picturesque landscapes—a true embodiment of freedom and wanderlust. Thomas Conolly exudes confidence seated atop his dappled grey hunter with his loyal companion by his side—an image immortalized through oil on canvas artistry. Riding boots become more than mere footwear; they become extensions of one's identity—symbols of strength and connection with majestic creatures. The Discerning Collector recognizes the timeless allure that lies within these remarkable pieces—their craftsmanship reflecting centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. Each stitch tells a story woven with passion for horses, elegance, and unparalleled expertise. Tod Sloan's triumphant return from Europe captured in silver gelatin print showcases the resilience and determination of jockeys.