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Skinners Horse at Exercise, c. 1840 (oil on canvas)
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Skinners Horse at Exercise, c. 1840 (oil on canvas)
3037430 Skinners Horse at Exercise, c.1840 (oil on canvas) by Gwatkin, Joshua Reynolds (1807-77); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Men of the 1st Bengal Irregular Cavalry (Skinners Horse) or 4th Bengal Irregular Cavalry (Baddleys Horse) display mounted combat skills, including tent-pegging.
Skinners Horse was the first regiment to combine oriental horsemanship with western cavalry drill. It was trained according to a manual of English cavalry manoeuvres, translated into Persian, with Colonel Skinners own additions on musketry drill.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23114680
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
Exercise Lance Practice Precise Precision Riders Skill Skills Tent Pegging Training Skinners Tent Peg
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This print showcases "Skinners Horse at Exercise" painted by Joshua Reynolds Gwatkin in the mid-19th century. The artwork, displayed at the National Army Museum in London, depicts men from the 1st Bengal Irregular Cavalry or 4th Bengal Irregular Cavalry demonstrating their mounted combat skills, particularly tent-pegging. What makes Skinners Horse unique is that it was the first regiment to blend oriental horsemanship with western cavalry drill. Trained according to a manual of English cavalry manoeuvres translated into Persian, Colonel Skinner added his own insights on musketry drill. This fusion of techniques and expertise resulted in an exceptional display of precision and skill. The painting captures a moment during exercise where riders are seen practicing lance work while aiming for tent pegs. Each movement is executed with utmost accuracy and finesse as they showcase their equestrian abilities against a picturesque landscape backdrop. This historical piece not only highlights the military significance but also sheds light on colonial India's rich equestrian culture during the Victorian era. It serves as a testament to both Indian and British traditions coming together harmoniously within Skinners Horse. Through this photo print, viewers can appreciate the artistry behind Gwatkin's masterful brushwork while gaining insight into an important chapter in military history where horseback riding played a crucial role in warfare tactics.
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