Hose Collection (#5)

Les Trois Bachus, 1795. Creator: J.A. Zoutman
Les Trois Bachus, 1795....ou Costume des Paijsans du Territoire de Morat en Suisse'. (The Three Bacchuses, or costume of the countrymen in the territory of Morat in Switzerland)

Selling the loot, 1859. Creator: Herman Frederik Carel Ten Kate
Selling the loot, 1859

Francesca di Rimini and Paolo di polenta with child on a balcony, 1829-1888. Creator: Edouard Jean Conrad Hamman
Francesca di Rimini and Paolo di Polenta with child on a balcony, 1829-1888

"Antechamber of the Tribunal of the Inquisition, in the Ducal Palace, Venice" - painted by L. Haghe - from the Exhibition of the New Society of Painters in Water Colours, 1856

The Lutenist, 1661. Creator: Hendrik Martensz. Sorgh
The Lutenist, 1661. Other Title(s): Lute Player

"The Arrest of John Brown, of Ashford, a Lollard, and one of the First Martyrs in the Early Part of Creators
"The Arrest of John Brown, of Ashford, a Lollard, and one of the First Martyrs in the Early Part of Henry VIII's Reign" - by A. Johnston - from the Royal Academy Exhibition, 1856

Burning of Covent-Garden Theatre, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Burning of Covent-Garden Theatre, [London], 1856. Inquiry into the cause of the fire: John Drake Palmer, gasman, said he had the entire management of the gas-fittings of the theatre

The Egg Dance, 1552. Creator: Pieter Aertsen
The Egg Dance, 1552. Traditional Easter game in which eggs are laid on the floor and the participants must dance among them, damaging as few as possible

Michigan Central station, Ypsilanti, Mich. (1901?). Creator: Unknown
Michigan Central station, Ypsilanti, Mich. (1901?)

Francesco I de Medici (1541-1587), 1620-1624. Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Francesco I de Medici (1541-1587), 1620-1624

Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942. Creator: Curry M. Bartlett
Taniscot Engine House Sign, 1935/1942

Le Guet-apens, 1869. Creator: Louis Leloir
Le Guet-apens, 1869. The Ambush. Man lying injured or dead, with a crossbow and arrows

Le Guet-apens, 1869. Creator: Louis Leloir
Le Guet-apens, 1869. The Ambush, detail. Man lying injured or dead, with a crossbow and arrows

La générosité de Bayard, 1827. Creator: Henry-Joseph Boichard
La generosite de Bayard, 1827. The generosity of Bayard

Henri IV jouant avec ses enfants au moment où l'ambassadeur d'Espagne est admis en sa présence
Henri IV jouant avec ses enfants au moment ou l'ambassadeur d'Espagne est admis en sa presence, 1817. Henry IV Receiving the Spanish Ambassador

Dandies, 1519 and 1819, published January 20, 1819. Creator: William Heath
Dandies, 1519 and 1819, published January 20, 1819. Male fashions of the 16th and 19th centuries. Attributed to William Heath

U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913
U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Machinery in foreground, hose connected to water main

U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913
U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Firefighters in sou'westers with pressure hose, Washington DC. Camera in foreground

U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing. U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913
U.S. Capitol - Cleaning Exterior, 1913. Firefighters in sou'westers with pressure hose, Washington DC

Knit Hose, 1935/1942. Creator: E. J. Gilsleider
Knit Hose, 1935/1942

Mare and Co.'s Iron Ship-Building Works, 1854. Creator: Charles William Sheeres
Mare and Co.'s Iron Ship-Building Works, 1854. Shipyard on the River Thames in London during the Crimean War, an... industrial army of between 3000 and 4000 hands

Ruins at Varna, after the recent fire, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Ruins at Varna, after the recent fire, 1854. Crimean War. Varna, which is one of the dirtiest labyrinths of modern times, was very nearly destroyed by the recent fire

Ruins of the Great Fire at Gravesend - looking West, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of the Great Fire at Gravesend - looking West, 1850. The High-street...from the Town-hall downwards, to within a short distance of the Town Pier

Ruins of the Great Fire at Gravesend - High-Street - looking North, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of the Great Fire at Gravesend - High-Street - looking North, 1850. Many of [the buildings], notwithstanding that they were three or four stories high

Hose, c. 1937. Creator: Ann Gene Buckley
Hose, c. 1937

Hose Holder for Hand Engine, c. 1937. Creator: Elmer G Anderson
Hose Holder for Hand Engine, c. 1937

Hose Holder, c. 1937. Creator: Elmer G Anderson
Hose Holder, c. 1937

Hose Carriage, c. 1937. Creator: Elmer G Anderson
Hose Carriage, c. 1937

Hoseholder with Fire Company Insignia, 1935/1942. Creator: Elmer G Anderson
Hoseholder with Fire Company Insignia, 1935/1942

Ruins of the Great Fire at Bermondsey, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of the Great Fire at Bermondsey, [in London], 1850. Firemen at the scene...of a very extensive conflagration, probably the largest that has occurred in the district for years

Burning of St. Anne's Church, Limehouse, on Good Friday Morning, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Burning of St. Anne's Church, Limehouse, [London], on Good Friday Morning, 1850. The roof of the church was on fire, and the entire building enveloped in smoke;

Fire in All Saints Church, at Manchester, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Fire in All Saints Church, at Manchester, 1850....seven fire engines...were stationed in the yard attached to the church; four of them, the Vesta, Neptune, Mersey, and Waterwitch

The Fire-Brigade, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Fire-Brigade, 1850. Fire in Lambeth, south London: The flames were first discovered by a policeman of the L division, and engines from various stations quickly arrived at the scene

The Fire-Brigade, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Fire-Brigade, 1850. Fire in Lambeth, south London: In a very short period the window-frames at the back of the houses in the York-road caught fire

1992 Belgian GP
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM - AUGUST 30: Ayrton Senna, McLaren MP4-7A Honda, on the grid during the Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps on August 30, 1992 in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium

"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the... 1862
"Cardinal Wolsey and the Duke of Buckingham", by John Gilbert, in the Gallery of the British Institution, 1862. Engraving of a painting

give me some water here, please!
Pavol Stranak

Men in doublet and hose, 16th century
Young man in slashed doublet and hose with flag A, man in doublet and hose B, and man in armour and helmet, late 16th century

Antoine, King of Navarre, and Jeanne III, Queen of Navarre. From a miniature painting. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes

Legs of a Woman in Sheer Nylons, 1954 (screen print)
2622204 Legs of a Woman in Sheer Nylons, 1954 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Firemen tackling fires in Ave Maria Lane, London, started by high explosive and incendiary bombs dropped by the Luftwaffe on the night of 29th December 1940

Firemen dampening down fires in Moseley Street, Birmingham the morning after a heavy incendiary raid on the city 26th October 1940

The Fire Boat - used by The Hull Fire Brigade to put out the city fires by sending in water from a boat in nearby water. The officer in the picture is named as Chief Goodrich, (or Goodich)

Woman spraying flower bed with garden hose
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Woman spraying flower bed with garden hose

Quentin Durward and the Disguised Louis XI (recto); Study of male figure (verso), 1825 or 1826

Firemen - Fire King Hose Co. No. 3 - Providence, RI, USA
Firemen atop their horse-drawn hose wagon - Fire King Hose Co. No.3 House on Pond Street, - Providence, Rhode Island, USA. Hose-wagon built in 1895 - drawn by two horses and fitted with rubber tyres

The Gallery of Historic Costume: Some of the Dresses Worn in Elizabeths Reign, c1934. Illustration of costume worn during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603)

Denmark, Zealand, Rungsted, Karen Blixen Museum, former home of writer Karen Blixen

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"Heroes in Action: Firefighters and Hoses Saving Lives" In the face of danger, these brave firefighters are always ready to spring into action. Whether it's rescuing a girl from a blazing fire or battling the devastating Blitz during World War II, their heroic efforts never cease. At the LFB annual review held at Lambeth HQ, the firefighters showcased their skills with hoses that can unleash torrents of water to extinguish even the fiercest flames. The Bedford Heavy Unit in the NFS (London Region) stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication. Eagle Street in London WC1 witnessed these courageous individuals fearlessly combating fires, ensuring safety for all. St Andrews Parish Church in Plymouth also felt their valiant presence during the relentless Blitz of World War II. Notting Hill experienced a serious house fire that required the expertise and strength of LCC-LFB firefighters armed with powerful hoses. Meanwhile, St Bride Street and Farringdon Street became battlegrounds against raging infernos during another chapter of London's history. Even Tower Bridge succumbed to jams caused by scorching summer heat, but our heroes were there once again with hoses at hand to keep everyone safe. Not only do they protect our city but extend their aid internationally as well - as seen when assisting Nuremberg, Germany during Henry Simonis & Co fire emergency. The Brigade HQ Southwark witnessed an awe-inspiring fire display where these fearless men and women showcased their mastery over hoses amidst roaring flames. And when disaster struck Wandsworth Road in Clapham SW8, it was these selfless individuals who rushed towards danger without hesitation. These snapshots capture just some moments from countless acts of bravery performed by our firefighting heroes wielding powerful hoses - symbols of hope amid chaos and destruction. Their commitment is unwavering; they truly are guardians against fiery nightmares that threaten lives and communities alike.