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Burning Collection (page 9)

In the face of danger, a heroic fireman fearlessly rushes into the burning inferno to rescue a young girl trapped inside

Background imageBurning Collection: Hindu Burning Ghat - Nimtala, Kolkata

Hindu Burning Ghat - Nimtala, Kolkata
The Hindu Burning Ghat (site of cremations) - Nimtala, Kolkata Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBurning Collection: A Civil Guard Parade on a tiered building at their barracks, Spain, 1936

A Civil Guard Parade on a tiered building at their barracks, Spain, 1936. This was deemed a necessary alternative to drilling on the middle of the parade ground

Background imageBurning Collection: The Burning of Irun; Spanish Civil War, 1936

The Burning of Irun; Spanish Civil War, 1936
Photograph showing refugees from the city of Irun standing on the beach at Hendaye, France, watching their Spanish home-town burn, 1936

Background imageBurning Collection: BURNING HERETICS BOOKS

BURNING HERETICS BOOKS
When church reformers Martin Bucer and Phagius are put to death, their heretical books are burnt along with their bodies. Date: 1551

Background imageBurning Collection: VENEZUELAN MAGIC

VENEZUELAN MAGIC
Venezuelan natives, after burning the body of a dead cacique (ruler) drink his ashes, in hope of inheriting his virtues and strength Date: 1726

Background imageBurning Collection: Bifrost or The Rainbow Bridge leading to the Afterlife

Bifrost or The Rainbow Bridge leading to the Afterlife
Bifrost - a burning rainbow bridge that reaches between Midgard (the world) and Asgard (the realm of the gods) in Norse mythology. 1916

Background imageBurning Collection: action

action
Ajar Setiadi

Background imageBurning Collection: The Scorcher, 1897 (print)

The Scorcher, 1897 (print)
3672903 The Scorcher, 1897 (print) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: James Francis Driscoll collection of historical American sheet music)

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673889

3673889

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673882

3673882

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673866

3673866

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673843

3673843

Background imageBurning Collection: 7419605

7419605

Background imageBurning Collection: The Tabernacle in the Wilderness including the Court of the Tabernacle (litho)

The Tabernacle in the Wilderness including the Court of the Tabernacle (litho)
KW363045 The Tabernacle in the Wilderness including the Court of the Tabernacle (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673873

3673873

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673867

3673867

Background imageBurning Collection: Victory over the Spanish near Gibraltar by a fleet commanded by Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck

Victory over the Spanish near Gibraltar by a fleet commanded by Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck, 25 April 1607
7412462 Victory over the Spanish near Gibraltar by a fleet commanded by Admiral Jacob van Heemskerck, 25 April 1607, 1617 (oil on canvas) by Willaerts, Adam (1577-1669); 94.5--187.3 cm; Rijksmuseum

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673864

3673864

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673852

3673852

Background imageBurning Collection: 7419607

7419607

Background imageBurning Collection: River view with large rock, 1601 (oil on copper)

River view with large rock, 1601 (oil on copper)
7412458 River view with large rock, 1601 (oil on copper) by Brill or Bril, Paul (1554-1626) (after); 22.8x29.3 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: copy after Paul Bril)

Background imageBurning Collection: 7413372

7413372

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673848

3673848

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673842

3673842

Background imageBurning Collection: 7413371

7413371

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673893

3673893

Background imageBurning Collection: The small horse, 1505 (engraving)

The small horse, 1505 (engraving)
7414931 The small horse, 1505 (engraving) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528) (after); 16.2--10.6 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673892

3673892

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673872

3673872

Background imageBurning Collection: 3673865

3673865

Background imageBurning Collection: Fire Lit Valley

Fire Lit Valley
Catherine Lu

Background imageBurning Collection: Burning Desire

Burning Desire
Rui Correia

Background imageBurning Collection: The Temptation of Saint Anthony (Oil on wood)

The Temptation of Saint Anthony (Oil on wood)
7393516 The Temptation of Saint Anthony (Oil on wood) by Stevens, Pieter (1567-1624); 56, 5 x 99, 7 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Background imageBurning Collection: The Destroying Angel and Daemons of Evil Interrupting the Orgies of the Vicious and Intemperate

The Destroying Angel and Daemons of Evil Interrupting the Orgies of the Vicious and Intemperate (oil on canvas)
MAN430853 The Destroying Angel and Daemons of Evil Interrupting the Orgies of the Vicious and Intemperate (oil on canvas) by Etty, William (1787-1849); Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageBurning Collection: The Death of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866

The Death of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665371 The Death of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Death of Korah, Dathan and Abiram)

Background imageBurning Collection: The descent from the cross to the torch, 1654 (Etching)

The descent from the cross to the torch, 1654 (Etching)
7393349 The descent from the cross to the torch, 1654 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 21, 3 x 16, 3 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Background imageBurning Collection: The Temptation of Saint Anthony, 17th Century (Oil on wood)

The Temptation of Saint Anthony, 17th Century (Oil on wood)
7393521 The Temptation of Saint Anthony, 17th Century (Oil on wood) by Borcht, Lazarus van der (1580-1627); 18, 5 x 24, 5 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Background imageBurning Collection: Joshua burns the Town of Ai, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866

Joshua burns the Town of Ai, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665363 Joshua burns the Town of Ai, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Joshua burns the Town of Ai, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Background imageBurning Collection: Dante, guided by Virgil, in third gulf of the eighth circle, observes those guilty of simony

Dante, guided by Virgil, in third gulf of the eighth circle, observes those guilty of simony suffering burning
536436 Dante, guided by Virgil, in third gulf of the eighth circle, observes those guilty of simony suffering burning, buried head first with just legs and feet exposed

Background imageBurning Collection: give light and people will find the way

give light and people will find the way
Sita Gramich

Background imageBurning Collection: 2023. 5. 20

2023. 5. 20
Midoriselfphoto

Background imageBurning Collection: Baba of Benares

Baba of Benares
Trevor Cole

Background imageBurning Collection: Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood)

Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146307 Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Charity, 1469, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Background imageBurning Collection: Book of Hours, vol 137, 2v, 16th century (Bound in red velour, with metal corners)

Book of Hours, vol 137, 2v, 16th century (Bound in red velour, with metal corners)
6333412 Book of Hours, vol 137, 2v, 16th century (Bound in red velour, with metal corners) by Flemish School, (16th century); 209x142 cm; Courtesy of the Trustees of Sir John Soane's Museum

Background imageBurning Collection: Golden triangle chitchen

Golden triangle chitchen
Marco Tagliarino

Background imageBurning Collection: No. 132

No. 132
ADIREK M

Background imageBurning Collection: Portrait of Pietro Secco Suardo, 1563 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of Pietro Secco Suardo, 1563 (oil on canvas)
7146887 Portrait of Pietro Secco Suardo, 1563 (oil on canvas) by Moroni, Giovanni Battista (c.1525-79); 183x104 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Background imageBurning Collection: Fame, 1665-70 (oil on canvas)

Fame, 1665-70 (oil on canvas)
7146898 Fame, 1665-70 (oil on canvas) by Schalken or Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Fame, 1665-70, Godfried Schalken, oil on canvas)



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In the face of danger, a heroic fireman fearlessly rushes into the burning inferno to rescue a young girl trapped inside. The flames roar and dance, threatening to consume everything in their path. With unwavering determination, he navigates through the smoke-filled corridors of LCC-LFB Dockhead fire station in Bermondsey. This powerful image reminds us of the bravery and selflessness displayed by firefighters every day as they risk their lives to save others from the destructive force of fire, and is a testament to their courage and dedication that they willingly put themselves in harm's way for the sake of others. The concept takes on various forms throughout history - from blowing glass in a British factory during the 1800s, where skilled artisans transformed molten material into delicate works of art; to volcanic eruptions like Kimanura Nyamulagira Virungas in Zaire, Africa, where nature unleashes its fiery fury upon unsuspecting landscapes. Even naval vessels have fallen victim to devastating fires, such as HMS Iron Duke during the Great Fire of Smyrna in 1922. This tragic event serves as a reminder that even mighty ships can be reduced to ashes when faced with an uncontrollable blaze. Burning crosses at Lewes' annual bonfire night parade symbolize both celebration and remembrance. As sparks illuminate the sky above East Sussex, communities come together to honor historical events while reveling in tradition and unity. Metaphorically speaking, we often find ourselves "burning" both ends when we push our limits or overextend ourselves. The phrase "burning the candle at both ends" speaks volumes about our relentless pursuit towards success but also warns against neglecting our own well-being amidst life's demands. Artistic depictions like Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape capture everyday scenes infused with hidden meanings - reminding us that behind seemingly ordinary actions lie profound lessons and wisdom.