Faded Collection (page 7)

View of Venice from the Vaporetto, water bus

Shrine of the Madonna on the island of Burano, Italy
Burano situated four miles away from the unesco heritage site of Venice, Italy, is a traditional fishing town and is also known for its small brightly painted houses

View of Venice from the Vaporetto
View of Venice at dusk from the Vaporetto, which is Venices water bus. In the foreground is a team of gondoliers, on their boat

Fishing boats, moored up on the island of Murano, Italy

View of Church of San Giorgio Maggiore Venice, Italy

Brightly painted homes on the island of Burano, Italy
Burano situated four miles away from the unesco heritage site of Venice, Italy, is a traditional fishing town and is also known for its small brightly painted houses

Brightly painted homes on the island of Burano, Italy
Burano situated four miles away from the unesco heritage site of Venice, Italy, is a traditional fishing town and is also known for its small brightly painted houses

Brightly painted homes on the island of Burano, Italy
Burano situated four miles away from the unesco heritage site of Venice, Italy, is a traditional fishing town and is also known for its small brightly painted houses

Frescoes at Sumela Monastery, Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Virgin Mary, Black Sea Coast, Trabzon Province, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Monk looking out of window with fading blue paint in Wangdue Chhoeling Palace, in need of restoration, Bumthang, Bhutan, Asia

Frescoes in the Monastery of St. John at Chora, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patmos, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old actor living off past glories
Hasn t worked in years... Young Actor: " Hello! Guv nor. Doing anything?" Ols Stager: " No, my boy. As a fact of fact, I ve done nothing since Poor Mac died

Showman as Parliamentary Candidate Mr Pat Collins, the millionaire showman who is contesting the Walsall Division as a Liberal candidate 6 November 1922

Le Revoir - painted name on facade of house in Wimereux, Pas de Calais, France credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Prickly pear plant with profusion of fruit credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Facade of dilapidated old house in Turkish village credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Yellow-breasted Bunting (Emberiza aureola) adult, (faded breeding) winter plumage, standing in vegetable field, Long Valley, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, November

Mouse, Fowers and Insects: Butterfly and caterpillar on a sprig of faded pink moss rose buds. Mouse in lower right quarter

Pottery vessel, Jericho, 3200-3000 BC
Pottery vessel from Palestine, Jericho 3200-3000BC. Found in a tomb

Pottery vessel, Jericho, 3200-3000 BC
Pottery vessel from Palestine, Jericho 3200-3000BC. Found in a tomb

Typical wooden Moroccan door, street of Medina, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa

Dead-heading a large-flowered bush rose (hybrid tea rose), cutting back stems bearing faded flowers to an outward-facing bud or fully formed shoot, wearing protective gloves, close-up

Roman civilization, Fresco depicting scene from Aeneas cycle, From tomb of Statilius Taurus on Esquiline Hill at Rome
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Fresco depicting a scene from Aeneas cycle. From the tomb of Statilius Taurus on the Esquiline Hill at Rome

Etruscan civilization, Fresco portraying feast, From Tomb on Hill, Chiusi, Siena Province
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Fresco portraying a feast. From the Tomb on the Hill, Chiusi, Siena Province

Mexico, State of Oaxaca, Monte Alban, Zapotec civilization, Fresco from Tomb 104
Mexico - State of Oaxaca - Monte Alban. Zapotec civilization. Tomb 104, fresco of the 7th century A.D

Italy, Lazio Region, Rome, Ipogeo degli Aureli (funerary complex), Wall painting depicting an apostle
Italy - Lazio Region - Rome - Ipogeo degli Aureli (funerary complex) - Wall painting depicting an apostle, 3rd century

Design for Textile or Wallpaper with roses. Charcoal and Crayon on copy paper. Silver Studio. circa 1910

Design for chintz with leaves
Design for chintz with different coloured leaves. Pencil and watercolour on copy paper. Silver Studio. 1937

Antique books C018 / 9194
Antique books on shelves. Photographed in the library of the Strahov Monastery, Hradcany, Prague, Czech Republic

Detail of wall and rocking chair with faded paintwork in green and blue, a common sight in the small town of Vinales, Pinar Del Rio Province, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Badlands National Monument - South Dakota - A weird dead area seemingly a propos of nothing at all. Amost a faded negative of Bryce Canyon, pinnacles eroded out of the soft grey soil

Massachusetts, Marthas Vineyard, Vineyard Heaven. Boat rope on dock

North America, USA, North Carolina, digitally altered infrared image of an old barn in the fall, with the moon and a soft blue light cast over the scene

Argentina, little house in the Pampa region

Satirical cartoon, Descent of the Great Balloon
Satirical political cartoon, Descent of the Great Balloon, showing ten politicians travelling in a hot-air balloon. Speech bubbles show the mens concerns about the rapid descent of the balloon

Sunset, Falkland Islands
Sunset. Sun setting next to an island over a seascape of floating seaweed, on the Falkland Islands. Around the time of the austral (southern) midsummer the sun sets just before 10pm local time

Land Rover Series 3

USA, Main. Wagon Wheels

American flag hanging above an old style house, Chester, Connecticut, New England, United States of America, North America

Old frescoes in the Quseir Amra castle, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jordan, Middle East

Faded murals on the Grand Hotel, National Historic District, Butte, Montana, United States of America, North America

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Faded murals on the Grand Hotel, National Historic District, Butte, Montana, United States of America, North America

Amelie / Queen Portugal / Ph
AMELIE, QUEEN OF PORTUGAL Wife of CARLOS I, daughter of the Comte de Paris

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"Faded: A Journey Through Time and History" Step into a world where the past comes alive, where faded maps whisper stories of forgotten empires and ancient civilizations. Explore an antique map of the Roman Empire, tracing the paths once trodden by mighty legions. Feel the weight of history as you gaze upon a delicate antique map depicting Britain under the rule of Anglo Saxons, a testament to a time long gone. Transport yourself to distant lands with an exquisite 19th-century map showcasing New Zealand's unspoiled beauty in 1873. Marvel at Africa's vastness through another aged treasure from that same year, its vibrant colors now muted but still hinting at untold tales. Yet not all maps have escaped unscathed from the passage of time. Behold an antique damaged map of Italy, its edges frayed and corners torn; it bears witness to countless journeys taken across its sun-soaked landscapes. Similarly ravaged is a fragile relic portraying Ireland in all its glory during that tumultuous century. A glimpse into history reveals more than just geographical boundaries – it unveils political shifts too. Observe an aged depiction of Germany's empire, once powerful but now reduced to mere fragments on this worn piece of parchment. And there lies Scotland as well, etched onto paper centuries ago yet still evoking pride within those who call it home. But amidst these fading relics emerges hope for change – suffragette W. S. P. U sashes proclaiming "Votes for Women. " Witness women fighting tirelessly for their rights as they march forward towards equality and progress. Finally, catch sight of David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street – a moment captured on film but forever etched in our collective memory. The image may fade over time like these maps do, but its significance remains indelible. "Faded" invites us to reflect upon our shared heritage while reminding us that even though memories may dim and artifacts wear away with age, the stories they carry continue to shape our present and inspire our future.