C Ulture Collection (page 6)

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

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

Askos Benacci. 7th c. BC. Vase used for storing perfumes and ointments. Iron Age. Villanova Culture. Terra-cotta. ITALY. Bologna. Civic Archaeological Museum. Proc: ITALY. Castenaso

Venus of Valdivia. 3500 -1000 BC. Valdivia Culture. Handmoulded little statue, from Santa Elena Peninsula (Ecuador). Symbol of fertility. Pre-Columbian art. Terra-cotta

SRI LANKA. Polonnaruwa. Gal Vihara or Rock Temple

LEONARDO DA VINCI (1452-1519). Codex Leicester or Codex Hammer (1508-1510). Mountains. Renaissance art. Drawing

Xipe Totec. Clay sculpture. Teotihuacan culture. Sculpture. Proc: MEXICO. PUEBLA

Coatlicue of Coxcatlan. Mexican culture. Late post-classic. Aztec art. Sculpture on rock

Louisiana, St. James Parish, Vacherie, Oak Alley Plantation

USA, Oregon, Pendleton, Cowboy Boots for Sale at Hamley s

A young woman in traditional arab mask (bathoula) and dress, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East, (MR)

Goa, Panama. Panama, Young Wounaan Indian girl riding in a hand carved canoe. (MR)
Goa, Panama.Panama, Young Wounaan Indian girl riding in a hand carved canoe. (MR)

Mexico, Chihuahua, Cuahtemoc, Mennonite museum. THIS IMAGE HAS SOME RESTRICTIONS FOR US LAND TOUR OPERATORS. PLEASE CALL FOR INFORMATION

Austria, Vienna. Viennese specialty, famous detailed petit point needlework

Copenhagen, Denmark - A statue of a man sitting in a chair wearing 18th century clothes is outside a building

Austria, Vienna. Low angle view of a statue of a man on a horse. The statue is situated on the rooftop of an old world building

Asia, Turkey
Pillars, Asclepion (Sanctuary of Asclepius) of Pergamon (Pergamum / Bergama) Western Turkey

The ruins of Tiwanaku - Bolivia
The ruins of Tiwanaku (Tiahuanaco) - Bolivia. An important pre-Columbian archaeological site in the west of the country, Tiwanaku flourishing as the ritual

London Heatwave 1989
Londoners sunbathing in Soho Square during a heatwave, which lasted for several weeks. Date: 1989

Cultured Old Ladies
Two old dears admire an oil painting at an art gallery. Date: 1950s

Signs and Symbols on Native Indian Handicrafts
The Signs and Symbols used on indigenous native American handicrafts and jewelery. The Date: circa late 1930s

1960s, USA, Snatch Comics, Comic / Annual Cover
1960s, USA, Snatch Comics, Comic/ Annual Cover

1960s, USA, Yellow Dog Comics, Comic / Annual Cover
1960s, USA, Yellow Dog Comics, Comic/ Annual Cover

1960s, USA, Arcade Comics, Comic / Annual Cover
1960s, USA, Arcade Comics, Comic/ Annual Cover

Anthrax antibiotics research. Antibiotic drugs (discs) being tested on anthrax bacteria (Bacillus anthracis) colonies being cultured on an agar growth medium in a petri dish

Bacteria research
MODEL RELEASED. Bacteria research. Researcher holding an empty petri dish in front of other dishes containing cultured bacteria (dots)

Flagellation whip, 17th century
Flagellation whip. Artwork of an aculeatum flagellum (stinging whip to flagellate) being held in a hand. The text is in Latin

Old London Bridge, 1745
Old London Bridge. Artwork dated to 1745 of rowing and sailing boats in rough water next to Old London Bridge, across the Thames, in London, England

Haci Ahmeds world map, 1560
Haci Ahmeds world map. This map, based on Oronce Fines cordiform (heart-shaped) map of 1534, was translated into Turkish in the Islamic year 967 (October 1559 to September 1560)

Australia, Sydney, Potts Point. Sydney skyline

Voodoo masks on local market Lome Voodoo Fetish Market, Lome, Togo

Stockholm, Sweden - Bench style booth seating in a restaurant. The tables, seating and seperation are white

Totem Pole Maker

Maori meeting house, Kaitaia, North Island, New Zealand
A traditional Maori meeting house (or Marae) at Kaitaia, near Pukepoto, in the far north of the North Island, New Zealand. It is decorated with distinctive red carvings

African man with lip plate
An African man from the Zambezi region in Africa, with an extraordinary lip plate, haning from the top of his mouth below his chin. He also wears a series of metal rings around his ankles

Athur Baron Ardilaun
ARTHUR EDWARD GUINNESS, 2nd Baronet and 1st Baron ARDILAUN, brewery proprietor and generous benefactor to Dublin and to Irish culture

Great Zimbabwe
The great wall of the remarkable site of Great Zimbabwe, a testament to the skill of construction and status of the occupants

Henry Kirke White (1785-1806), Poet
Artist: Barber, Thomas - Title: Henry Kirke White (1785-1806), Poet - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 24.8 x 21.3

Tattooed Gentleman
After patronising an Indian tattoo artist, this British soldier is highly decorated Date: circa 1900

Rene D anjou
Rene, duc d Anjou, duc de Lorraine, titular king of Naples but driven out, retired to Provence where he maintained a court noted for its culture

Thailand, Bangkok. Thotkhirithon (demon guardian or Yaksha) at Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

View of the city of Malaga from the castle of Gibralfaro, Andalusia, Spain

Thailand, Chiang Mai, San Sai. Monks launch a khom loi (sky lantern) during the Yi Peng festival. The ceremony is a Lanna (northern Thailand) tradition and coincides with Loi Krathong festivities

Thailand, Sukhothai, Sukhothai. Sukhothai Historical Park

Thailand, Chiang Mai, San Sai. Revellers launch khom loi (sky lanterns) into the night sky during the Yi Peng festival. The ceremony is a Lanna (northern Thailand)

Thailand, Sukhothai, Sukhothai. Sound and Light Show at Wat Mahathat in the Sukhothai Historical Park. The show is part of the Loy Krathong festival held in November, featuring cultural performances

Thailand, Surin, Surin. Elephant taxis await passengers at the Surin Railway station during the annual Elephant Roundup festival

Thailand, Surin, Surin. A Suai (known locally as Guay ) mahout sits atop his elephant mount during the Surin Elephant Round-up festival

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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.