C Ulture Collection (page 5)

The Dance of Death, allegorical artwork
The Dance of Death (1493). This artwork, by the German painter Michael Wolgemut (1434-1519), was published in the Liber chronicarum (Book of Chronicles, Nuremburg)

Four-leaf clover (Trifolium sp.). Clover plants are used in agriculture as hay or pasture plants. They are also used as soil enrichers

Antibiotic action, historical image
Antibiotic action. Historical image taken by the German pathologist Karl Dohle (1855-1928) in 1889, showing the action of an antibiotic compound on Bacillus anthracis (anthrax)

Culture of Penicillium chrysogenum fungus
Penicillium chrysogenum. Laboratory petri- dish culture of the fungus Penicillium chrysogenum growing on agar. Growth is from the centre outwards

Nottingham Castle Bandstand
Photographic image from the Nottingham City Museums and Galleries archive

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Spanish priests destroying Aztec idols in Mexico. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Australia, Victoria, Melbourne. Colourful beach hut at Brighton Beach

Venice, Veneto, Italy; Coloured pasta on display in a shop window

Venice, Veneto, Italy; A mask in costume on the Bacino di San Marco with the cupola of Santa Maria della Salute in the background

Venice, Veneto, Italy; A venetian window

Kenya, Laikipia, Ol Malo. A Samburu warrior sings and claps during a dance

Thailand, Nakhon Phanom, That Phanom. A Fire Boat drifts on the Mekong River during the Illuminated Boat Procession. The fire boats are giant bamboo towers decorated with lanterns in religious motifs

Evert Taube statue, Goteborg, Sweden
Statue of Evert Axel Taube, Swedish author, artist, composer and singer (1890-1976) with the four-mast barque Viking in the background, in Goteborg (Gothenburg), Vastergotland, Sweden

Adrian Jones with Peace sculpture
Captain Adrian Jones (1845-1938), sculptor, in his studio with the plaster cast of the allegorical figure of Peace, to be placed in the four-horse chariot (entitled Peace in her Quadriga)

LEMURIA
The Lost Continent of Lemuria, located in todays Pacific Ocean, may have housed a highly developed civilisation with advanced technology and a sophisticated culture

Hadza youth sings to the accompaniment of his two-stringed musical instrument
Sitting on a Greater Kudu skin, a Hadza youth wearing a baboon skin cape sings to the accompaniment of his two-stringed musical instrument.The Hadzabe are a thousand-strong community of

A Hadza hunter fledges an arrow shaft
A Hadza hunter wearing a baboon skin fledges an arrow shaft with guinea fowl feathers using the sinews of an antelope.The Hadzabe are a thousand-strong community of hunter-gatherers who have lived in

Meharistes, Soldiers Of The Desert, annual camel race. A Mehariste on his camel ready for the the start of the race.All the jockeys are in traditional costume especially for the occasion

An attractive Malagasy home of the Betsileo people who live southwest of the capital, Antananarivo. Most houses built by the Betsileo are double-storied with kitchens

The skull of a Nazca mummy surrounded by pottery, bone and cloth fragments in the Cemetery of Chauchilla, southern Peru. PERU, Nazca, Cemetery of Chauchilla

The neon lights of Kowloon reflected in the windows of apartment blocks, Hong Kong. CHINA, Hong Kong, Kowloon. The neon lights of Kowloon reflected in the windows of apartment blocks, Hong Kong

A Somali of the Issa clan loads his camels with salt at Lake Assal. He has rubbed henna into his hair and beard to make them orange-red

Thailand, Surin, Surin. Suai mahout and his elephant in costume dress during the Surin Elephant Roundup festival. The event held in November sees hundreds of elephants involved in a celebration of

Dancer in Aztec costume performing in Constitution Plaza in front of the National Palace, Mexico City

Philippines, Luzon Island, The Cordillera Mountains, Benguet Province, Kabayan. Opdas Cave - mass burial cave of skulls and bones 500-1000 years old

Camel Caravan in Niger, Tenere Desert
Niger, Tenere Desert. Camel Caravan travelling through the Air Mountains & Tenere Desert. This is the largest protected area in Africa, covering over 7.7 million hectares

Niger, Tenere Desert. Camel Caravan travelling through the Air Mountains & Tenere Desert. This is the largest protected area in Africa, covering over 7.7 million hectares

An old Himba woman, upright despite her years, rides her donkey through harsh land where mid-day temperatures rise to 400C. Her body gleams from a mixture of red ochre, butterfat and herbs

A band of !Kung hunter-gatherers makes a stealthy approach towards an antelope, their bows & arrows at the ready. The !Kung are a part of the San of Southern Africa who are often referred to as

!Kung women sing and clap their hands to the rhythm of their menfolk. The !Kung are San hunter-gatherers, often referred to as Bushmen

An old !Kung man. The !Kung are San hunter-gatherers, often referred to as Bushmen. They differ in appearance from the rest of black Africa having yellowish skin and being lightly boned

A !Kung hunter-gatherer stands ready to accompany his friends on a hunt. His bow and arrows are kept in a soft leather pouch slung over his shoulder

Nyangatom men their faces and bodies with stylised patterns using natural pigments obtained from chalk, ochre and crushed rock prior to a dance

A Dorze man sits outside his home smoking locally-grown tobacco using a traditional long-stemmed pipe. Living in highlands west of the Abyssinian Rift Valley

The Dorze people living in highlands west of the Abyssinian Rift Valley have a unique style of building their homes. The twenty-foot-high bamboo frame is covered with the sheaths of bamboo stems or

An Afar camel caravan crosses the salt flats of Lake Assal, Djibouti, as shadows lengthen in the late afternoon sun. At 509 feet below sea level, Lake Assal is the lowest place in Africa

An Afar camel caravan crossing the salt flats of Lake Assal, Djibouti as shadows lengthen in the late afternoon. At 509 feet below sea level, Lake Assal is the lowest place in Africa

An Angel Figure Independence Monument The Baltic States, Estonia, Tallinn, An Angel Figure Independence Monument

BELARUS. Minsk. Monument to Aleksandr Pushkin. Sculpture

SPAIN. La Oreja de Van Gogh. 08 / 02 / 2012
SPAIN. La Oreja de Van Gogh. 08/02/2012

SPAIN. David Bustamante. Spanish singer. 20 / 12 / 2002
SPAIN. David Bustamante. Spanish singer. 20/12/2002

MEXICO. Xochicalco. Ceremonial Center. Quetzalcoatl Pyramid. Teotihuacan culture

SPAIN. David Bisbal. 30 / 05 / 2002
SPAIN. David Bisbal. 30/05/2002

SPAIN. La Oreja de Van Gogh. 1990

KANT, Emmanuel (1724-1804). German philosopher

CERVANTES SaVEDRA, Miguel de (1547-1616). Spanish
" CERVANTES SaVEDRA, Miguel de (1547-1616). Spanish writer. " Los Trabajos de Persiles y Segismunda". Edition by Juan de la Cuesta. Madrid (1617)."

Hurdy gurdy, made by Henry Touvenel. SPAIN. Barcelona. Museum of Music

Beethoven, Ludwig, van. German composer. Portrait by Louis Letronne. Engraving

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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.