Bots Collection

Bot People, c. 1863 (b / w photo)
498595 Bot People, c.1863 (b/w photo) by Shepherd & Robertson (fl.1860s); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otherwise known as Boto people, a community found in Jammu or Kashmir.); British

The Great Naval Battle off Cavite (Manila Bay), fought May 1st, 1898, 5: 30 A. M
2630684 The Great Naval Battle off Cavite (Manila Bay), fought May 1st, 1898, 5:30 A.M. till 12:50 P.M. (noon), pub. 1898 (colour litho) by American School

Bot People of Ladakh, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498663 Bot People of Ladakh, c.1860s (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bot are an indigenous Himalayan hill tribe)

Anatomy, the abdominal viscera, kidneys, etc, the oestrus equi, gadfly, ova, larvae, bots etc (litho)
5202581 Anatomy, the abdominal viscera, kidneys, etc, the oestrus equi, gadfly, ova, larvae, bots etc (litho) by Herring, Benjamin (1830-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anatomy)

Steamboat Landing, Lulworth Cove (colour litho)
960841 Steamboat Landing, Lulworth Cove (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steamboat Landing, Lulworth Cove.); © Look and Learn

Young roller skaters lace up their boots and chat back stage as they prepare to take part in a roller skaters variety show

The Empire Cookery Book - Advertisement for Pyrex Transparent glass ovenware. Date: 1920s

We miss the patter of your fairy footsteps... A pair of dainty yet stylish ladys footwear from the Edwardian era Date: circa 1900s

Turin, Italy - Parco del Valentino park and River Po Date: circa 1930s

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"Bots: From Historical Photographs to Modern Marvels" Step back in time with Bot People, captured in a captivating black and white photo from 1863. These intriguing figures, reminiscent of automatons, have fascinated generations with their mechanical allure. Fast forward to the Great Naval Battle off Cavite (Manila Bay) on May 1st, 1898. At precisely 5:30 A. M. , amidst the chaos of war, bots played an unexpected role. Their presence added an element of mystery as they maneuvered through the turmoil. Traveling further back into history, we encounter the Bot People of Ladakh in another mesmerizing black and white photograph from the 1860s. These enigmatic beings seem to bridge the gap between human and machine—a testament to our fascination with artificial life. Delving into science and anatomy, we explore lithographs showcasing intricate details such as abdominal viscera, kidneys, oestrus equi (gadfly), ova larvae—highlighting how they have been intricately woven into scientific illustrations throughout history. Switching gears to leisurely pursuits, a color lithograph captures a bustling scene at Steamboat Landing in Lulworth Cove. Amidst this picturesque setting lies evidence that even recreational activities were not immune to bot influence. Venturing across borders brings us to Mergellina's stunning view depicted in gouache—an idyllic location where bots may be hidden among nature's beauty or perhaps lurking within society itself. Intriguingly enough, even Pyrex found its place alongside these diverse representations of bots. An advertisement for The Empire Cookery Book reminds us that innovation extends beyond technology alone—it permeates every aspect of our lives. Shifting focus towards youth culture reveals young roller skaters lacing up their boots backstage before taking part in thrilling performances—a reminder that even entertainment has embraced bot-inspired advancements over time.