Back Ground Collection (page 18)

Spiral staircase and its reflection outside Perlan, a modern building housing the Saga Museum, Reykjavik, Iceland, Polar Regions

Splitimage of Mangrove, Jellyfish Lake, Micronesia, Palau

USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Selective Focus Dasies blooming in mass

USA, Utah, Pictograph Hand-prints on sandstone, Ancient Puebloans, Canyonlands National Park, Meander Canyon, Colorado River

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Utah. USA. Fremont cottonwood (Populus fremonti) below vertical canyon walls. Harris Wash, Escalante Canyons. Colorado Plateau

The U. S. Capitol at dusk with light in the dome
The U.S. Capitol at dusk with light in the dome on

United States, Washington, D. C. U. S. Capitol at sunset
United States, Washington, D.C. U.S. Capitol at sunset

JARBIDGE WILDERNESS, NEVADA. USA. Spur lupine (Lupinus arbustus) & wyethia (Wyethia amplexicaulis). Jarbidge Mountains. Toiyabe-Humboldt National Forest

Canoeing in Lily Bay at sunrise, Moosehead Lake, Maine. (MR)

Center of giant Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) head

Italy, Venice, Reflections and Small Bridge of Small Canal of Venice

The vineyard with syrah vines and the chateau des fines roches, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Vaucluse, Rhone, Provence, France

Diving platforms near reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia

View of vegetation in Bali Botanical Gardens, Bali, Indonesia. Credit as: Jones-Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

USA, Alaska, Juneau, Detail of bleached log on beach along Stephens Passage

Colorful West African dresses, Accra Textile and Handicraft Market, Accra, Ghana

Colorful West African fabric, Accra Textile and Handicraft Market, Accra, Ghana

Egypt, Giza. The great Sphynx rises above the valley floor

Frozen leaf litter in woodland Norfolk December

Midland Beach, Staten Island, New York
Bathing, Midland Beach. Fully dressed people standing on beach with swimmers visible in background. - Midland Beach (New York, N.Y.) | Staten Island (New York, N.Y.) | New York (N.Y.)

Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, New York
Bathing, Manhattan Beach. Children and adults standing at edge of beach and boardwalk with beach in background. - Manhattan Beach (New York, N.Y.)

Artist in his studio
Mr. Waddell, Interior, Studio, Mr. & Mrs. Waddell in background. H.W. Waddell, artist, in his studio, with a second man and woman

American Printing Co. textiles company. Rows of fabric, with American Printing Co. sign in the background

A biplane in the Egyptian desert, with the pyramids
Avro 504K, H. 6596. A biplane in the Egyptian desert, with the pyramids in the background

Boatloads of joyous jackies leaving Vera Cruz
US army relieving the Navy. Boatloads of joyous jackies leaving Vera Cruz for their battleship, after the arrival of the Army who came to relieve them

Music cover for The Keepsake, a Sequel to the Celebrated Song, The Cavalier, sung by Miss Poole. Words by W H Bellamy, music by Charles W Glover

Music cover for A Christmas Bouquet of Choice Dance Music, by Eminent Composers. A cameo picture of a young woman in folk costume is surrounded by holly, mistletoe and flowers

Loading up a camel - Algeria. There is a set of scales (and administration desk) in the background to make sure the weight of the goods is correctly recorded prior to departure

Camp-Fire concert at a reserve in South Africa
A Camp-fire concert in a big game reserve in South Africa. A scene in the Kruger National Park, as tourists and rangers surround a camp fire and enjoy some musical entertainment

View toward Topkapi across mouth of Golden Horn
View toward the Topkapi Palace across mouth of Golden Horn - the photograph is framed in a red background and sits above an illustration of the British Naval Flag

Monte Tiberio, Capri - Italy
Monte Tiberio (Tiberio Mountain) seen in the background of this fine photograph of the Island of Capri, dominated by the magnificent wind-shaped silhouette of a umbrella pine tree

Zebra Mother and Young
A sprightly young zebra, with its more sedate mother standing in the background

The Lure of Spring by Edmund Blampied
Coloured fantasy illustration by Edmund Blampied showing a soldier being lured by a cupid and fairy like girls against a spring background

DOVER
Manning the white cliffs of Dover, Kent : a soldier in the foreground, the castle in the background, to deter the French... Date: early 19th century

The Sketch, April 1956
A coloured illustration for the front cover of The Sketch, depicting a couple embracing on a floral background

The Tatler Front Cover, Xmas Number 1914
A colour illustration from the front cover of The Tatler, depicting a cartoon soldier holding a Union Jack flag, marching across a checkered background, hung with various national flags

Venice - The Extreme outer border of Venice, marked by a small island and statue of the Virgin Mary. The distinctive Venetian skyline is visible in the background

A Summer Morning In France by Blampied
An illustration by Edmund Blampied or Blam of a morning game of golf taking place with the sun rising in the background. Blampied (1886-1966) drew countless illustrations for the ILN magazines

Captured frogs bid for Freedom
A young schoolboy in his full school uniform get a nasty surprise when the frog he has captured makes a daring bid for freedom, leaping out and away as soon as the airhole-added lid has been lifted

A young boy with British officers in Kumasi, 1874
The last in Kumasi - a young boy eating bananas while a British officer tries to talk to him. In the background, the British troops are marching away

The Last Part of Old Fleet Prison, London, 1868
Engraving showing the last remains of Old Fleet Prison, comprising a facade of three archways, London, 1868. In the background a train runs along a railway viaduct and the dome of St

Fog in the Streets of London, 1867
Engraving showing a street scene during a heavy fog in London, January 1867. This image shows a large number of pedestrians, some of them carrying torches to light their way

Westminster Bridge, London, 1855
Engraving showing a view of Westminster Bridge, from the South bank of the River Thames, 1855. Several sailing barges, loaded with hay, can be seen in the foreground

London and Westminster in 1584
Engraving showing an aerial view of London (background), Westminster (foreground) and the River Thames in 1584

The Voyage of Cleopatras Needle to England, 1878
Engraving showing the obelisk ship Cleopatra (nearest) and its tug, in the background, crossing the Bay of Biscay on passage from Egypt to London, 1878

London Zoo, Whit Monday, 1866
Engraving showing the crowd of visitors at the Zoological Societys Gardens (London Zoo) in Regents Park, 1866. On the right of the picture are the cages of the big carnivores (lions)

The Embankment, London, 1932
Photograph showing the Embankment, on the North bank of the River Thames, London, 1932. In the foreground is the sailing-ship Friendship

Mountain farm in County Mayo, Ireland
Sketch from Ireland showing the harrowing difficulty of cultivating on a mountain farm in County Mayo. A peasant man and woman use a horse in their attempts to plough the rocky slopes

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"Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Background: From Chesterfield to Machu Picchu" Step into the enchanting world of background, where captivating stories unfold against various backdrops. Explore the picturesque landscapes of England's charming town, Chesterfield, as it sets the stage for extraordinary tales. Intriguingly, an advert for Sandeman Port transports us to exotic destinations like never before. Join Colonel Norton on his daring expedition to Mount Everest in 1924, standing tall at a staggering 28, 000 ft. The sheer audacity and determination leave us awe-inspired. Venturing further into cultural realms, we stumble upon Little India's vibrant streets adorned with pictures of Hindu Gods for sale. Each deity whispers ancient legends and spiritual wisdom that captivate our senses. Delving deeper into the mysteries of existence, we encounter the cosmic microwave background - a celestial symphony echoing remnants from time immemorial. Its ethereal presence reminds us of our place in this vast universe. Artistic wonders unfurl as we gaze upon a famous painting depicting winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs adorning a grand ceiling. Their divine beauty transcends boundaries and invites contemplation on art's ability to transport souls beyond mortal confines. History comes alive through Queen Victoria and Abdul Karim's unlikely friendship captured in an evocative photograph from c. 1890. This remarkable bond challenges societal norms while showcasing humanity's capacity for connection across cultures. The coastal charm beckons us next as Southend-On-Sea reveals its red English post box nestled within a rustic brick wall—a symbol both nostalgic and enduring amidst changing times. Transporting ourselves back to wartime Britain in 1942, Lancaster Bombers stand ready for takeoff—an indomitable spirit embodied by brave souls who defended freedom with unwavering courage. Journeying across continents brings us face-to-face with Machu Picchu's majestic ruins embraced by Huayna Picchu.