Borehole Collection

South Durham Salt Works, England: pumping engine for lifting brine from borehole. Engraving 1884
538071 South Durham Salt Works, England: pumping engine for lifting brine from borehole. Engraving 1884; (add.info.: South Durham Salt Works, England: pumping engine for lifting brine from borehole)

Bead, Late Period, 6th-5th century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Bead, Late Period, 6th-5th century BCE

Farmer planting DuPont dynamite, front cover of the DuPont Magazine
615319 Farmer planting DuPont dynamite, front cover of the DuPont Magazine, September-October 1922 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Hagley Museum & Library, Wilmington, Delaware

Interior of a Ironmongers, and plans of instruments, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Interior of a Ironmongers, and plans of instruments, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777

Patterson UTI oil drilling rig along highway 200 west of Killdeer, North Dakota, USA

Geothermal steam and Aurora Borealis
Steam rising from bore holes at Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Plant with Aurora Borealis or Northern lights, Wintertime, Iceland

The Burning Well Near the Featherstone Station in the Vicinity of Pontefract
THE BURNING WELL NEAR THE FEATHERSTONE STATION IN THE VICINITY OF PONTEFRACT. In boring for coal, the sinkers penetrated a bed of shale at a depth of about 120 feet

Picture No. 10872829
Villagers collecting water at water pump and new borehole Date:

Geothermal district heating, artwork
Geothermal district heating. Block artwork of the underground and surface pipes used to distribute steam or heated water in a district heating system

Kola Drill operators C013 / 4876
Kola Drill operators. Men working on a Kola ultra-deep well. Kola was a scientific drilling project by the Soviet Union on the Kola Peninsula, Murmansk region, Russia

Kola borehole, Russia C013 / 5366
Kola borehole. View of the drilling mechanism inside the tower of the Kola ultra-deep borehole. Kola was a scientific drilling project by the Soviet Union on the Kola Peninsula, Murmansk region

Kola borehole, Russia C013 / 5365
Kola borehole. View of the drilling mechanism inside the tower of the Kola ultra-deep borehole. Kola was a scientific drilling project by the Soviet Union on the Kola Peninsula, Murmansk region

Kola borehole, Russia C013 / 5362
Kola borehole. View across the Kola Peninsula, Murmansk region, Russia, towards the tower of the Kola ultra-deep borehole

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"Borehole: Unveiling the Depths of Time and Technology" Step back in time to the Late Period, 6th-5th century BCE, as we explore a mysterious bead crafted by an unknown creator. This ancient artifact offers a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistic expression of its time. Fast forward to more recent history, where DuPont Dynamite takes center stage on the front cover of the DuPont Magazine. A farmer planting this explosive substance showcases how technology revolutionized farming practices, bringing efficiency and progress to agriculture. Delve into the world of ironmongers with Denis Diderot's intricate illustrations from 1751-1777. These plans for instruments provide insight into the tools that shaped industries during that era, highlighting human ingenuity at work. Venture across continents to North Dakota, USA, where Patterson UTI oil drilling rig stands tall along Highway 200. This modern marvel represents our ongoing quest for energy resources deep within the Earth's crust. Travel back in time once again to Egypt's New Kingdom period (1550-1196 BCE), where another enigmatic bead created by an unknown artist awaits discovery. Its beauty and significance offer clues about ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs. Witness nature's awe-inspiring spectacle as geothermal steam intertwines with vibrant Aurora Borealis lights dancing across the sky. This breathtaking phenomenon reminds us of Earth's hidden wonders waiting beneath its surface. Experience both fascination and danger through "The Burning Well Near Featherstone Station, " captured in Picture No. 10872829. This image serves as a stark reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of resources while also acknowledging their potential hazards. Journey to England's South Durham Salt Works, where pumping engines lift brine from boreholes used in salt production. These machines exemplify industrial progress during their time while showcasing innovative engineering solutions. Immerse yourself in artwork depicting geothermal district heating systems—a sustainable way to harness Earth’s natural heat for communal warmth.