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Polar bears in a cage at Washington D. C. circus
Polar bears in a cage at Washington D.C. circus

A London Coster
A London street coster, with his cart of fruit. A veritable cornucopia, wonderfully displayed on a white cloth and as spectacularly opulent in its variety, as the coster is dour in face!

Switzerland - Bern - Cantons
The canton shields of the different regions of Switzerland displayed on a tree and the embodiment of Helvetia the female personification of Switzerland

A Rose Show at the Horticultural Societys Gardens
Smartly dressed ladies and gentlemen stroll around a marquee at a rose show held in the gardens of the Royal Horticultural Societys gardens in South Kensington, London

Crown jewels of Imperial Russia
The crown jewels displayed on a table surrounded by the bolsheviks who acquired them, following the demise of Tsar Nicholas II and his family

Keeping His Hand In, by Bruce Bairnsfather
Private Smith, the company bomber, formerly Shino, the popular juggler, frequently causes considerable anxiety to his platoon

German Flame-thrower; First World War, 1916
Photograph showing a captured German flame-thrower, displayed in a yard behind the French lines, 1916. This flame-thrower, or flammenwerfer, was captured during one of the battles of the Somme

German Weapons; First World War, 1916
Photograph showing a variety of captured German weapons, displayed in a yard behind the French lines, 1916. The weapons shown include machine-guns, rifles, artillery pieces and flame-throwers

Keeping Home Fires Burning
Humorous depiction of a cheery soldier and sailor home on leave during World War I and feeling that the pessimism of the Home Front

Corradinis Descent on Horseback, 1898
Illustration showing (Frank) Corradinis horse-riding act, which he displayed in Berlin, Paris and Copenhagen in 1898. Corradini

Straits of Gibraltar
Schematic view of the Straits of Gibraltar, looking towards the Atlantic with Tangier on the left : the strategic importance of the straits is clearly displayed

Dardanelles
Schematic view of the Dardanelles showing Gallipoli and looking towards Istanbul and the Black Sea : the strategic importance of the straits is clearly displayed

1897 carriages
An array of horse-drawn carriages popular in the Diamond Jubilee year of 1897, displayed in an advertisement by Maythorn & Son of Biggleswade

Sir Richard Paget, speaking through an artifical throat
Sir Richard Paget speaking through an artificial throat, capable of intimidating all vowel sounds. The artificial throat was displayed at his lecture in 1928 at the Royal Institution

Glove as Symbol - 6
Gloves displayed in a medieval market place were a symbol of the authority of the tax- collector to impose a levy on market transactions

Battle of Courtrai
Also known as the Battle of the Spurs, when the Flemings under Guy de Namur utterly routed the French, 800 of whose spurs were displayed in Courtrai cathedral

Yellow Drawing Room
Two ladies take tea in a yellow style drawing room. China is displayed in a cabinet and many pictures hang in the walls

Birmingham Firemark
A Birmingham firemark of the Sun Fire Office. Firemarks were displayed by insurance companies, who maintained fire brigades to protect the properties they had insured

Model of the Great Harry of 1514
Engraving of a model of the Great Harry, as displayed in the South Kensington Museum, 1865. The Great Harry or Henry Grace a Dieu, built in 1514, was a galleon in Henry VIIIs navy

Model of HMS Queen of 1839
Engraving of a model of HMS Queen, displayed in the Naval Gallery of the South Kensington Museum, 1865. HMS Queen, launched in 1839, was a three-decker first-rate with 110 guns

Corliss Steam Engine
The great Corliss engine displayed in the USA

Spitalfields Brocade 2
A stunning floral design in silk brocade by Vanner of Spitalfields, London, and displayed at the Crystal Palace

Spitalfields Brocade
A fine floral design in silk brocade by Campbell, Harrison and Lloyd of Spitalfields, London, and displayed at the Crystal Palace exhibition

White & Purple Aubergine
A still life of purple and white aubergines (or egg plants) displayed on a cloth

Arab Carpet Merchant
A carpet is beautifully displayed by Arab merchants who are hoping to make a sale

Fireplace / 1867 Expo
Lemaires revolving stove-grate displayed at the 1867 exposition

Eglinton & Form
The second phase of materialisation, displayed at an Eglinton seance

Dried fruit for sale, Souk in the Medina, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Butcher Shop Display
A fine display of meat displayed outside a butchers shop. Much of the meat has claimed first prize

London Flower Seller
A stunning photograph of a flower stall in London. In its central location, this stall has a wonderful choice of seasonal flowers beautifully displayed

Giant Water Lily / 1849
Also known as Victoria Regia. An example is displayed at Chatsworth where a young lady stands on a leaf to demonstrate its strength

The War-Skills Contest
A war-skills contest is arranged for the Kauravas and Pandavas : the rivalries displayed by the princes will subsequently lead to war

Abraham / Isaac / Sacrifice
Abrahams faith displayed by offering his son Isaac for a sacrifice

German Reliquary 16C
German reliquary, with the sacred object - perhaps a nail from Jesuss cross - splendidly displayed

Fireplace / Bailey & Son
Fireplace by Messrs Bailey & Co displayed at the 1851 exhibition at Crystal Palace

Hives at Gt Exhibition
Neighbours Cottage, Observatory and other hives displayed at the Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace

Egyptian Sarcophagus
Oats grown from seeds found in the sarcophagus of an Egyptian priest of circa 700 BC, displayed by lecturer Rob Roy

Religious service being held on a beach
An outdoor religious service being held on a beach, with accordion accompaniment for the singing, and the words displayed on an easel

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An eclectic mix of history, art, and culture displayed before your eyes. From the intricate model of HMS Victory of 1737 to a captivating selection of common British Moths, each exhibit tells its own unique story. Step into the Science Museum in London and marvel at the 1903 Wright Flyer, a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Journey across borders to Musee D Orsay Art Gallery in Paris, where the interior showcases masterpieces that stir emotions deep within. Immerse yourself in war's aftermath with Bruce Bairnsfather's poignant painting 'The Thirst For Reprisals. ' Explore Monywa market in Myanmar as vibrant chili peppers are proudly displayed, adding spice to Southeast Asian cuisine. Witness the power and resilience of suffragettes through their Wimbledon Banner at WSPU. Indulge your fashion sense while window shopping for hats that exude elegance and style. Transport yourself back to 1907 as fruit platters become works of art themselves - a feast for both eyes and taste buds. Delve into Japanese culture by observing intricately crafted dolls alongside their proud owners. Find solace in spirituality as you gaze upon Radha and Krishna's picture displayed within an ISKCON temple in Sarcelles, Seine St. And finally, contemplate faith as you encounter the enigmatic Turin Shroud on display – a mysterious relic that continues to captivate minds around the world.