C Ulture Collection

Lambretta scooter showing mod mirrors

Tattooed Victorian lady, 1897
An example of American tattoo work on a Mrs. Williams. Date: 1897

Roman statue of Asclepius. The cult of the deity of Greek medicine, known as Asclepius, dates from the 6th century BC. Asclepius is represented in statues holding a staff around which a serpent

Roman memento mori mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Tattooed masterpiece by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald of Jermyn S
A battle royal in mid-air: a tattooed masterpiece by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald of Hamman Studio, Jermyn Street, London. Date: 1897

Mursi tribe
Africa, Ethiopia, Debub Omo Zone, woman of the Mursi tribe. A nomadic cattle herder ethnic group located in Southern Ethiopia, close to the Sudanese border. Two Mursi men with bodypaint

Monks lighting khom loy candles and lanterns for Loi Krathong festival

England, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Tyne Bridge and Sage Building located alongside the River Tyne and Newcastle / Gatehead Quayside

PINGRET, Edouard (1788-1875). Cocina Poblana (Pueblas Food Culture). 1853. Romanticism. Oil on canvas. MEXICO. Mexico City. Chapultepec Castle

Smoking club, 18th century artwork. The practice of smoking tobacco was popularised in England and Ireland in the 1580s and 1590s by the English soldier and explorer Sir Walter Raleigh (c.1552-1618)

Culture of Aspergillus nidulans fungus
Aspergillus nidulans. Laboratory petri-dish culture of the fungus Aspergillus nidulans, cause of aspergillosis and mycetoma

Venice, Veneto, Italy; A masked character in front of the Palazzo dei Dogi during Carnival

Map of Italy and the Mediterranean made out of ceramic tiles on a street in Seville, Spain

Penicillin Culture / 1929
Original culture plate on which Sir Alexander Fleming first observed the growth of penicillin notatum in 1929

Girls on Sun Bed
A group of factory girls from Leeds, Yorkshire, England, topping up their tans with the aid of sunray treatment. Shame about the goggles... Date: early 1930s

LEONARDO DA VINCI (1452-1519). Anatomic studio. Drawing

Historic, Sculpture
Antinous (110-130). Member of the Roman Emperor Hadrians entourage, to whom he was beloved. Bust. Marble. Dated 130-138. Found in Patras. National Archaeological Museum. Athens, Greece

Msai tribe people couple in costume traditional dress in jungles near hut near Kenya Africa (MR)

Emma de Burgh, tattooed lady, 1897
Emma de Burgh, tattooed lady. The work on her back depicts the Last Supper, by Da Vinci, and was regarded at the time to be one of the finest piece of tattooing produced in America

Frank de Burgh, tattooed man, 1897
Frank de Burgh, tattooed man, displays his chest and forearms, which bear the name of his wife, Emma, and a forget-me-not motto, depicted on a scroll, held aloft by a maiden

Prince George having a tattoo, Japan 1881
" Everybody, it seemed, tattooed, whether belonging to the ward-room, gun-room, or lower deck, including, of course, both the Princes

Anthrax cultures, historical diagram
Anthrax cultures. 1876 diagram of Bacillus anthracis (Anthrax) bacteria cultured by Robert Koch. Along with Louis Pasteur, Koch is considered the founder of modern medical bacteriology

Red mullets and ducks, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Doves on a drinking vessel, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Roman memento mori mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Glial stem cell culture, light micrograph
Glial stem cell culture. Fluorescent light micrograph of glial stem cells producing the protein NG2 (red) as they mature. These stem cells can differentiate into several types of glial cells

USA, Alabama, Monroeville. Home of writers Truman Capote and Harper Lee, author of To Kill a Mockingbird, Old Courthouse, b.1903, interior

Asia, Japan, Tokyo. Geishas on the Ginza

Little Bear - Chief of the Cree - Montana, USA
Little Bear - Chief of the Cree Indian Tribe - Montana, USA

Char Bangla Temple, Baranagore, West Bengal, India
Detail of carvings above the main entrance to one of the four Shiva (Siva) Mandirs at the Char Bangla Temple, built in the 18th century in Baranagore, West Bengal, India

Shrunken Head - Brazil
A shrunken head - a prized trophy of an indigenous tribe from Brazil

Juan Les Pins, Darling
Juan Les Pins, Cote D Azur, France: bronzed blonde, sunglasses in hand, reclines in a deckchair to enjoy a lager while she tops up her tan. N.B beach showers

BORGES, Jorge Luis (1899-1986). Argentinian poet
" BORGES, Jorge Luis (1899-1986). Argentinian poet, narrator and essayist. " The Aleph". Losada publishing house (1952)."

AUSTEN, Jane (1775-1817). English novelist. Engraving

Cell structure. Confocal light micrograph of cultured endothelial cells. A fluorescent dye has been used to show the cell structure

Embryonic stem cell and needle, SEM
Embryonic stem cell and needle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an embryonic stem cell (ESC) sitting in the eye of a needle

Tripoli, Libya; The Castle; now housing the Museum of the Jamahariya as seen from across a small lake

Wall paintings on the entrance to Rohet Garh residence of the rulers of Rohet, now Heritage Hotel, Rajasthan, India Wall paintings on the entrance to Rohet Garh residence of the rulers of Rohet

England, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge and Baltic Gallery on the Newcastle upon Tyne river quayside

SPAIN. Miguel Bose. 07 / 03 / 2011
SPAIN. Miguel Bose. 07/03/2011

Letter and drawing by Federico Garc�Lorca to
Letter and drawing by Federico Garcic Lorca to Jos頍 aric Pemᮮ

Body Culture / Building
Charles Atlass body-building programme: " No other physical instructor in the world has ever dared to make such an offer!" Date: 1932

USA, California, San Diego. Unconditional Surrender by J. Seward Johnson alongside USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego waterfront

Lanterns for sale in the Souk, Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Asia, China, Hong Kong, Kowloon, Wong Tai Sin District, Diamond Hill area. Jumble of multicolored koi carp form a colorful pattern in the Blue Pond of the Nan Lian Garden

Neural stem cell culture. Fluorescent light micrograph of a group of neural stem cells (neurosphere) in culture. Neural stem cells are able to differentiate into neurons (nerve cells)

Windmills and tulips along the canal in Kinderdijk, Netherlands

Tuscon, Arizona - Indian Blanket Department
USA - Tuscon, Arizona - Indian blanket Department of R. Rasnessens Curio Store

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"Celebrating the Tapestry of Culture: From Ancient Artifacts to Modern Expressions" Immerse yourself in a captivating journey through time and diverse cultures. A Lambretta scooter adorned with mod mirrors takes us back to the vibrant streets of 1960s Britain, where music and fashion defined an era. Step into the world of body art as we marvel at a tattooed masterpiece by Mr. Sutherland Macdonald, showcasing his exceptional skill and creativity. This Victorian creation reminds us that tattoos have long been a form of personal expression. Travel further back in time to ancient Rome, where a memento mori mosaic serves as a poignant reminder of mortality's inevitability. Its intricate design invites contemplation on life's fleeting nature. Intriguingly, our exploration continues with a glimpse into the life of a tattooed Victorian lady from 1897. Her inked skin challenges societal norms and reflects her individuality amidst strict conventions. Discover Asclepius, the Roman god associated with healing and medicine, portrayed in an exquisite statue that embodies both grace and power. It symbolizes humanity's eternal quest for physical well-being. Witness monks lighting khom loy candles during Thailand's enchanting Loi Krathong festival—an awe-inspiring spectacle that illuminates the night sky while paying homage to tradition and spirituality. Venture into Ethiopia's Mursi tribe—a living testament to ancestral customs preserved through generations—where unique traditions shape their identity amidst modern influences. Delve into literature as we encounter Jane Austen—the beloved English novelist whose timeless works continue to captivate readers worldwide. An engraving immortalizes her contribution to literary culture. Experience culinary delights through Edouard Pingret’s Cocina Poblana—a fusion cuisine blending Mexican flavors with French techniques—showcasing how cultural exchange enriches gastronomy across borders. Marvel at Frank de Burgh—the tattooed man who defied societal norms in 1897.