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The photocards in this Photo Collection feature examples of draft horses and the equipment that they powered. Travel back to a time when horsepower meant bone, muscle and spirit. When transportation required a relationship with an equine partner or two or eight. When life moved a little slower but with a lot more heart.

“Headed for the Roundup”"

Randall Gross seems at ease with two fists full of Belgians. That's Ben and Jerry working the rail. Heavy sand is no problem as the boys dig in.
Rock-n-Horse Ranch, Grass Valley, CA.

Photo by Kathleen Holland

8 artcards for $20.00

“Old Glory graces the Chuckwagon”

Even the cook needs to show a little patriotism now and again. Goes along with the chili and beans. Those chickens appear a mite rubbery, however. Perhaps dinner ought to be procured elsewhere tonight.

Photo by Kathleen Holland

8 artcards for $20.00

“Serious horsepower”

Young Clydesdales join the seasoned force of Nolan Darnell's four up Shires to drag a harrow through Nevada County hardpan at the 2006 Progress Days.
Team: Nolan Darnell Shires, Corning, CA.

Photo by Kathleen Holland

8 artcards for $20.00

“Chico Firewagon”

The Chico Firewagon is witness to countless conflagrations over its extensive career. The traditional hitch for a firewagon used three horses abreast in the lead and two powerful wheelers closest to the rig. This offered a quick response when summoned. Horses understood their place in the hitch. Like actors on a stage each horse would 'hit his mark' and the harness would be lowered onto his waiting back leaving the fastening of just a few buckles and snaps to complete the hitch. When doors opened horses plunged into their task and the firewagon was on its way.

Photo by Kathleen Holland

8 artcards for $20.00

Nostalgia Card Collection
Two 5.5" x 8"" (14 cm x 21 cm) cards of each photograph.
Blank inside

Item Number: 1612-P