Contrasts Collection

Cinema Silhouette
A couple silhouetted against the bright neon lights of a Granada Cinema. Original Publication: Picture Post - 7045 - Usherette - unpub. (Photo by Bert Hardy/Getty Images)

Corby Ironworks
11th February 1950: Corby Ironworks in Northamptonshire at night. Original Publication: Picture Post - 4975 - Did You Know This Was Happening To England? - pub

African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus) pack passing infront of large African elephant (Loxodonta africana) Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe October 2012

Coffee beans and grounds forming a heart shape

Under The Arch
31st January 1948: Two children walking in the Gorbals area of Glasgow. The Gorbals tenements were built quickly and cheaply in the 1840s

Old and new halls, Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Painted Ladies and the city at dusk, Alamo Square, San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

Coventry old cathedral shell and new modern cathedral, Coventry, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bluebeards Castle, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U. S. Virgin Islands, West Indies
Bluebeards Castle, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Signpost in Quin, County Clare, Ireland, Europe

Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America, North America

Pavlova In Giselle
Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova (1882 - 1931) performs in a production of Giselle. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

M Keyte Perry and Samoyeds
Miss Marion Keyte Perry with her 10 champion Samoyeds. Their kennel name is of the Arctic. Miss Perrys neat hairstyle contrasts with the fluffy white coats of her dogs

Star ferry and Chinese junk boat on Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong, China, Asia

El Obelisco (the Obelisque), Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America

Red telephone box and The Shard, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Central nuclear power plant, Champagne Region, France, Europe

Advertising poster for the London to Vichy Pullman express train, 1927 (colour lithograph)
1198038 Advertising poster for the London to Vichy Pullman express train, 1927 (colour lithograph) by Chaurand-Naurac, Jean Raoul (1878-1948)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniels with tricolor and ruby colourations on beach, Texel, Netherlands

Aerial view of tulip fields in the Netherlands

King Kong
1933: The giant ape, star of the Radio Picture King Kong, shown in comparison to eight normal sized apes, to emphasize its colossal size. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Wild Horses / mustangs, two stallions rearing up fighting, Pryor Mountains, Montana, USA, June

Iron Miner
5th June 1948: A miner pauses in a tunnel before starting a shift in Britains most modern iron ore mine, at Irthlinborough in Northamptonshire

Buddhist Monks at Angkor Wat Temple, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Puppy Love
The best way to keep a puppy out of harms way, circa 1950. (Photo by Express Newspapers/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Leaves and acorns of Pedunculate oak Quercus robur, Sessile oak Quercus sessilis
Botany - Trees - Fagaceae - Leaves and acorns of Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur); Sessile oak (Quercus sessilis), Turkey oak (Quercus cerris); Northern red oak (Quercus rubra), illustration

Gannet (Morus bassanus) fluffy chick with its parent. Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK, August

Lighthouse on Klein Curacao (Little Curacao)
Klein Curacao (English: Little Curacao) is a 1.7 square kilometres (170 ha; 0.66 sq mi) uninhabited island south-east of Curacao in the Caribbean Sea, and is part of the country of Curacao

Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus), plumage detail. UK, March

Girder Train
circa 1928: A traction engine towing a giant girder down Farringdon Street, London, in the early hours of the morning. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Copland Conducts
American composer Aaron Copland (1900 - 1990). (Photo by Erich Auerbach/Getty Images)

A Puppy for My Lady, (oil on canvas)
659164 A Puppy for My Lady, (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Heywood (1842-1933); 25.4x68.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Puppy for My Lady. Heywood Hardy (1842-1933). Oil on canvas

Curved lines
Olavo Azevedo

Trooping Rehearsal
circa 1930: A rehearsal for the Trooping the Colour ceremony at the Horse Guards Parade, London. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

City of London skyline
A thousand years in the City of London skyline, from the Walkie Talkie to the Tower of London

Prefabricated Council Flats
11th November 1959: Tennants live in prefabricated flats built for temporary accomodation during the war, until construction work on the Brandon Estate, Southwark, is finished

Illustration of Morus nigraa (Black mulberry), a small deciduous tree showing summer leaves and bare winter branches

Austria, Vienna, Silhouette of Composer Anton Bruckner at the organ
Austria - 19th century. Composer Anton Bruckner at the organ. Silhouette

Austria, Vienna, Silhouette of composers Anton Bruckner and Richard Wagner
Silhouette of composers Anton Bruckner and Richard Wagner

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, two puppies on grass, blenheim and tricolour, 5 weeks

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, three puppies resting on cushion bed, blenheim and tricolour, 5 weeks

The Tightrope Walker, 1904 (pastel on board)
822783 The Tightrope Walker, 1904 (pastel on board) by Shinn, Everett (1876-1953); 30.5x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tightrope Walker. Everett Shinn (1876-1953). Pastel on board

The Voyeur and Her Bather, (oil on canvasboard)
822998 The Voyeur and Her Bather, (oil on canvasboard) by Shinn, Everett (1876-1953); 24.8x34.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Voyeur and Her Bather. Everett Shinn (1876-1953)

Votes for Women
2603914 Votes for Women; (add.info.: Votes for Women. The British Liberal Party speaking with two voices. Lewis Vernon Harcourt saying 'No votes for women' while on the other side of)

Chaotic construction
Greetje van Son

From the center
Greetje van Son

Marigolds and Asters in a Chinese Vase, (oil on canvas)
822966 Marigolds and Asters in a Chinese Vase, (oil on canvas) by Sharp, Joseph Henry (1859-1953); 56x69 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Marigolds and Asters in a Chinese Vase)

contrasts
Markus Auerbach

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"Captivating Contrasts: From Cinema Silhouette to Coffee Beans, Exploring the Beauty of Diversity" A mesmerizing contrast unfolds as a cinema silhouette dances against the backdrop of The Painted Ladies and the city at dusk in Alamo Square, San Francisco. Witness nature's harmony as an African Wild Dog pack gracefully passes in front of a majestic African elephant, showcasing contrasting yet complementary species. Under the Arch stands a testament to architectural contrasts, where history meets modernity in a harmonious blend that captivates all who pass by. Corby Ironworks unveils industrial contrasts; its towering structures juxtapose with surrounding landscapes, reminding us of human ingenuity amidst natural beauty. Pavlova In Giselle showcases artistic contrasts; delicate ballet movements intertwine with powerful emotions on stage, leaving audiences spellbound by this captivating performance. Coventry old cathedral shell and new modern cathedral stand side by side, symbolizing resilience and progress while honoring history's echoes within England's West Midlands region. Fort Worth reveals urban-rural contrasts; bustling cityscapes coexist with serene countryside vistas, offering visitors an enchanting mix of experiences in Texas' vibrant heartland. Love takes shape amidst fragrant coffee beans and grounds forming a heart shape - an aromatic reminder that even simple elements can create beautiful contradictions when combined. Old and new halls at Hardwick Hall paint a picture of timelessness; centuries-old architecture blends seamlessly with contemporary design elements for an awe-inspiring experience in Derbyshire's English countryside. M Keyte Perry embraces furry companionship as Samoyeds frolic alongside her - their fluffy white coats contrasting against her vibrant personality creates moments filled with joy and warmth. Star ferry glides gracefully alongside Chinese junk boats on Victoria Harbour - this picturesque scene captures Hong Kong's unique blend of tradition and modernity amid Asia's dynamic landscape.