Inspectors Collection

X-ray security machine, 1900
X-ray security machine. Historical artwork of a fluoroscope being used in a late 19th-century French customs hall. The fluoroscope was designed and built by the French inventor Eugene Ducretet

Inspecting Carcasses
Local Government inspectors examining the carcasses of pigs

Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One
3502770 Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: Women working as porters)

Inspection station on the California-Arizona state line maintained by... 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Inspection station on the California-Arizona state line maintained by the California Department of Agriculture to prevent the spread of plant pests. Yuma, Arizona

Customs inspectors opening luggage at the border, 18th century. Searched by the Douaniers at the French frontiers. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson

Travellers dining at a restaurant in a French inn, 18thC
Travellers dining at a restaurant in a French inn, late 18th century. Table d hote. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Journal of Sentimental Travels

A Visit to Monte Carlo (engraving)
1061819 A Visit to Monte Carlo (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to Monte Carlo)

Duty Paid, 1896 (oil on canvas)
TW429406 Duty Paid, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Hedley, Ralph (1848-1913); 109x126.5 cm; Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Tyne & Wear, UK; eSunderland Museums; English, out of copyright

The Horse Mart, c. 1917 (crayon on paper)
XYC306540 The Horse Mart, c.1917 (crayon on paper) by Bevan, Robert Polhill (1865-1925); 34.8x43.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Russian officers inspect A. A defences. A number of Russian service officers today
Russian officers inspect A.A defences. A number of Russian service officers today inspected some of the latest A.A defences in the London area

Clairville Stadium has been given the official aAs seal of approval following a visit of top Northern Counties officials who inspected the facilities in preparation for the associations senior track

Folland Fo. 139 Gnat
Folland Fo.139 Gnat. Two inspectors ing the structure of a Gnat wing centre-section before assembly, at the Folland Eastliegh factory, near Southampton. Date: circa 1960

Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Superintendents Collegium Medicum Amsterdam 1683
The Superintendents of the Collegium Medicum in Amsterdam, 1683, Group portrait of the inspectors of the Collegium Medicum in Amsterdam, 1683. On the left the guild servant Sieuwert van Duynen

Order procedures serving cardinals food beverages
Order and procedures for serving cardinals food and beverages during a conclave, the assembly behind locked doors for electing a new Pope

Sheffield Public Transport Worker
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: w02079

Ticket Inspectors Allotment Prize Giving, 1922
South East and Chatham Railway Travelling Ticket Inspectors Garden Allotment Prize Giving in Catford, July 1922. Date: 1922

Women police inspectors in procession, WW1
Women police inspectors in procession along a street during the First World War. Date: 1915

A female ticket collector at platform five in a London train station

R. A. M. C. Sanitary Detachment
The Sanitary Detachment of the Royal Army Medical Corps, whose role was to test water and inspect food on the front line. Date: August 1914

Group Portrait of the Inspectors of the Collegium Medicum in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Adriaen Backer, 1683

Rural Payments Agency inspector on farm, Cheshire, England, May

British Contraband Control at Work, 1939
A big ocean liner heaves to as the boarding officers clamber up the side for an examination during the early weeks of World War II. Date: 1939

Public Gardens - Weihai Island, China
Public Gardens and the Inspectors Residence - Weihai Island, China Date: circa 1910s

Bus Inspectors
Two bus inspectors. Date: 1978

Government Medical Inspectors Office
Emigration - The Government Medical Inspectors Office. As the text describes: No passenger ship is allowed to proceed until a medical practitioner appointed by the emigration office of the port shall

Car used by Cartage Inspector, London
London & North Western Railway Company Cartage Inspector in his motor car. This is the 1023rd car registered in the UK!

Inspector Tim Luffman inspects shipment of reptiles en route Tanzania to Japan, oversize Leopard Tortoise confiscated, Customs, London Heathrow Airport, England, United Kingdom, Europe

RSPCA inspectors. Tenby beach. Wales, UK
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

German Potato Doctors
Potatoes have their own doctors in Germany, where a special department exists for the inspection of diseases. Research is instituted to find a cure for any such diseases

Lodging House / Slum / 1853
A lodging house in the Borough, London - the proprietor shows inspectors the accommodation

Religion / Judaism
Inspectors check a kosher butcher to make sure hes doing his job according to prescribed custom

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Inspectors have played a vital role throughout history, ensuring safety and upholding regulations in various fields. From the early days of the X-ray security machine in 1900 to modern-day customs inspectors at border crossings, their diligence has protected us all. In the past, they were responsible for inspecting carcasses to ensure food safety. These dedicated individuals worked tirelessly to safeguard public health and prevent any potential outbreaks. Even within public transportation systems like Sheffield's, inspectors diligently ensured that everything ran smoothly. Their watchful eyes maintained order and provided a sense of security for commuters. Princess Maria of Piedmont broke barriers when she was appointed as the National Inspector of the Italian Red Cross. Her leadership brought innovation and compassion to an organization dedicated to helping those in need. Customs inspectors opening luggage at borders may seem intrusive, but their thoroughness prevents illegal activities such as smuggling or trafficking, and are our first line of defense against illicit goods entering our countries. Travellers dining at a restaurant in an 18th-century French inn would often encounter inspectors who ensured quality service and adherence to hygiene standards. Their presence guaranteed that patrons could enjoy their meals without worry. A visit to Monte Carlo wouldn't be complete without encountering diligent inspectors overseeing operations with precision and fairness. These professionals maintain integrity within establishments where fortunes are won or lost. "Duty Paid, " an oil on canvas painting from 1896, captures customs officials collecting taxes on imported goods—a reminder that inspections also serve economic purposes by regulating trade and generating revenue for governments. "The Horse Mart, " created around 1917 using crayon on paper, depicts busy horse traders being overseen by vigilant inspectors who guarantee fair transactions between buyers and sellers—an essential aspect of commerce during this era. The Folland Fo. 139 Gnat aircraft underwent rigorous inspections before taking flight—ensuring its airworthiness so pilots could soar through skies with confidence knowing every detail had been meticulously examined by experts.