Boars Collection (#3)

Two pigs carrying in drinks on a French New Year postcard. Date: circa 1890s

Pigs with boars head on a Christmas card
Four sad-looking pigs carrying a boars head on a Christmas and New Year card. circa 1890s

Butler & Boars Head
The butler bears in the Boars Head Date: circa 1900

Bronze Boar Statue of the Mercato Nuevo, Florence, Italy. Pictured on a Thursday morning when the flower market was held - late springtime. Date: 1905

Bringing in the Boars Head (and the Colmans Mustard!) - Christmas Feasting tradition. Date: circa 17th century

The Graphic cover - Christmas Number 1910
Front cover of The Graphic Christmas Number for 1910 featuring a jester, servant and page boy in Tudor dress bringing in boars head at a festive feast. Date: 1910

Medieval feast
Front cover of Pan magazine, featuring a Medieval banquet scene. Date: 14th century

Sir James Calthorpe, Gentleman
Sir James Calthorpe of Norfolk (1604-1652) -- Vera Effigies Jacobi Calthorpe de East Basham (ie Barsham) in Comitatu Norfolciae Armigeri

Pastime With Good Company
This picture shows a Christmas scene at Henry VIIIs table as the boars head is carried in and The Kings Ballad (Pastime With Good Company) is sung. The song was composed by Henry VIII himself

Drawings Prints, Print, Falstaff, Prince, Henry, Poins, Boars, Head, Tavern
Drawings and Prints, Print, Falstaff, Prince Henry and Poins at the Boars Head Tavern (Shakespeare, King Henry the Fourth, Part 1, Act 2, Scene 4), Boydell shakespeare Gallery, Subject, Engraver

Drawings Prints, Print, Prince, Henry, Falstaff, Boars, Head, Tavern, Eastcheap
Drawings and Prints, Print, Prince Henry and Falstaff at the Boars Head Tavern, Eastcheap (Shakespeare, King Henry the Fourth, Part I, Act 2, Scene 4), Publisher, Engraver, Artist, Subject, After

Picture No. 11808583
Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglets Germany Date:

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Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglets Germany Date:

Picture No. 11808581
Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglets Germany Date:

Picture No. 11808580
Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglet Germany Date:

Picture No. 11808579
Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglet Germany Date:

Picture No. 11808578
Sow suckling Wild Boar sow suckling piglet Germany Date:

Picture No. 11676852
Wild Boar / Wild Pig Date:

Picture No. 11676853
Wild Boar / Wild Pig Date:

Picture No. 11676561
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676560
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676558
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676559
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676557
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676556
Wild Boar sow in water Date:

Picture No. 11676555
Wild Boar male in summer Date:

Picture No. 11676554
Wild Boar male in summer Date:

Picture No. 11672875
Wild Boar sow suckling piglets. Date:

Picture No. 11672873
Wild Boar sow suckling piglet. Date:

Picture No. 11672871
Wild Boar sow suckling piglets. Date:

Tragic boar hunt, the horse of Carlos I, King of Portugal, is killed under him, front
XIR698864 Tragic boar hunt, the horse of Carlos I, King of Portugal, is killed under him, front cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

WILD BOARS. AFTER SPECHT. Wild boar (Sus scrofa), also known as wild pig, is a species of the pig genus Sus, part of the biological family Suidae. The species includes many subspecies

Saturn, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF618971 Saturn, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saturn rides a chariot across the sky drawn by a two-headed dragon)

The Boars Head Inn, King Street, Westminster, 1858 (w / c on paper)
XCF267487 The Boars Head Inn, King Street, Westminster, 1858 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; English, out of copyright

Study for an engraving of the Prodigal Son (pen & ink on paper)
XCF274321 Study for an engraving of the Prodigal Son (pen & ink on paper) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

2603423; out of copyright

The Flood, from the Atrium, detail of Noah putting wild animals on the ark (mosaic)
XIR249414 The Flood, from the Atrium, detail of Noah putting wild animals on the ark (mosaic) by Veneto-Byzantine School, (13th century); Basilica di San Marco, Venice

Two boars, Karel Dujardin, 1656

Landscape with flock of sheep, Albert Flamen, 1648 - 1683

IN THE ARDENNES, 1881: WILD BOARS IN ARDEN"
IN THE ARDENNES, 1881: WILD BOARS " IN ARDEN"

Relief-Blue Jar with Running Boars; Unknown; Florence, Italy, Tuscany, Europe; about 1430; Tin-glazed earthenware; Object: H: 25.08 x Diam. [lip]: 12.54 x W: 24.45cm (H: 9 7/8 x Diam)

Aimo and Vermondo Killing Two Wild Boars; Attributed to Anovelo da Imbonate, Italian (Lombard), active about 1400; Milan, Italy, Lombardia, Europe; about 1400; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Wild Boar (Sus scrofa), piglet

Picture No. 11071937
Wild Boar piglets - Germany. Date:

Picture No. 11071936
Wild Boar piglet - Germany. Date:

Picture No. 11071935
Wild Boar sow with piglets - Germany. Date:

Picture No. 11071934
Wild Boar male - Germany. Date:

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"Boars: Majestic Beasts of the Wild and Festive Delights" In a picturesque Christmas scene, Santa Claus sits by a crackling yule log, his rosy cheeks matching the vibrant red of his suit. As he flips through The Graphic Christmas Number front cover from 1932, his eyes are drawn to Picture No. 10922618 - an enchanting image capturing the essence in all their glory. The photograph transports him to Hessen, Germany, where a wild pig sow stands alert on a forest track (Picture No. 11672874). Its powerful presence and untamed beauty remind Santa of the strength these creatures possess. Turning another page, Picture No. 10922281 reveals a magnificent Hampshire Boar standing proudly against a rustic backdrop. Its muscular physique symbolizes resilience and determination. Santa's attention is then caught by Lady Cook & Boars Head (Picture No. 10922281), reminding him of traditional feasts where this delicacy takes center stage – succulent meat fit for kings and queens. As he continues flipping through the pages, Santa discovers The Boars Head - an emblematic representation steeped in history and tradition (Picture No. 11672874). This iconic symbol reminds us that even in times past, boars held great significance during festive celebrations. Traveling across continents with Group photograph: hunting wild boar in India (Picture No. XXXXXXXX), Santa marvels at how these majestic animals have captivated humans throughout time and cultures. Finally, as he gazes upon Two Boars frolicking together harmoniously (Picture No. XXXXXXXXX), Santa reflects on the importance of unity amidst diversity – reminding us that even fierce creatures can find common ground when given the chance. From ancient forests to grand feasts and cultural symbols spanning centuries, boars continue to inspire awe and fascination among both nature enthusiasts and those celebrating special occasions worldwide.