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"Hewn: A Journey Through Time and Stone" Step into the depths of history as you explore the hewn wonders that have shaped our world

Background imageHewn Collection: Tunnel on the Kenmare Road, Killarney

Tunnel on the Kenmare Road, Killarney - a view of a tunnel hewn through rock to a jaunting car on the other side. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Kerry: Killarney). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageHewn Collection: The Arminian Serpent, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon

The Arminian Serpent, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
The Arminian Serpent, 1710-1720. Snake with severed head bearing the portrait of Oldenbarnevelt. On the body of the snake 13 circles with portraits of the conspirators against Prince Maurits

Background imageHewn Collection: Timber (colour litho)

Timber (colour litho)
3648678 Timber (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Timber. Illustration for Atlas of the Worlds Commerce compiled from the latest official returns at)

Background imageHewn Collection: Odalisque (Man and Woman) 1912-13 (alabaster)

Odalisque (Man and Woman) 1912-13 (alabaster)
3281631 Odalisque (Man and Woman) 1912-13 (alabaster) by Gaudier-Brzeska, Henri (1891-1915); 20.7x34.7x5.7 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info.: Chas. R.H)

Background imageHewn Collection: The Rock-hewn Amphitheatre, Petra (engraving)

The Rock-hewn Amphitheatre, Petra (engraving)
2774995 The Rock-hewn Amphitheatre, Petra (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rock-hewn Amphitheatre, Petra)

Background imageHewn Collection: Petra, Hewn rocks (b / w photo)

Petra, Hewn rocks (b / w photo)
5214727 Petra, Hewn rocks (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petra, Hewn rocks)

Background imageHewn Collection: A Rock hewn Sepulchre (engraving)

A Rock hewn Sepulchre (engraving)
2788363 A Rock hewn Sepulchre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rock hewn Sepulchre)

Background imageHewn Collection: Departure of the boats from Hecla Cove, June 21, 1827, from

Departure of the boats from Hecla Cove, June 21, 1827, from
STC175890 Departure of the boats from Hecla Cove, June 21, 1827, from Journal of a Third Voyage for the Discovery of a North West Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific performed in the Years

Background imageHewn Collection: Rock-hewn Tombs (engraving)

Rock-hewn Tombs (engraving)
971406 Rock-hewn Tombs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rock-hewn Tombs. Illustration for The Life of Christ by F W Farrar (Cassell)

Background imageHewn Collection: Timber (colour litho)

Timber (colour litho)
3648666 Timber (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Timber. Illustration for Atlas of the Worlds Commerce compiled from the latest official returns at)

Background imageHewn Collection: MARBLE QUARRY

MARBLE QUARRY
A marble quarry at Carrarra, Italy, where oxen are used to convey the loads of hewn marble. Date: 1930s

Background imageHewn Collection: Church of Saint Uraiel, one of the rock hewn churches in Lalibela (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Church of Saint Uraiel, one of the rock hewn churches in Lalibela (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Ethiopia

Background imageHewn Collection: Biete Ghiorgis (House of St. George), one of the rock hewn churches in Lalibela

Biete Ghiorgis (House of St. George), one of the rock hewn churches in Lalibela (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Ethiopia

Background imageHewn Collection: Inside A Gallery On The Rock Of Gibraltar. Engraved By I. C. Stadler After Rev C. Willyams

Inside A Gallery On The Rock Of Gibraltar. Engraved By I. C. Stadler After Rev C. Willyams
Inside A Gallery On The Rock Of Gibraltar. Engraved By I.C.Stadler After Rev C.Willyams

Background imageHewn Collection: Ethiopia, Lalibela, Pilgrim at the church of Bet Giyorgis (St

Ethiopia, Lalibela, Pilgrim at the church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George s) ETHIOPIA, Lalibela, Pilgrim at the Rock-hewn monolithic church of Bet Giyorgis (St)

Background imageHewn Collection: Ethiopia, Lalibela

Ethiopia, Lalibela, Chapel of Bet Danaghel in the courtyard of Bet Maryam (St. Mary s) ETHIOPIA, Lalibela, Chapel of Bet Danaghel in the courtyard of Bet Maryam (St)

Background imageHewn Collection: Wayside Cross, Ballycastle

Wayside Cross, Ballycastle - a shaped cross hewn from stone(crudely). (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Ballycastle). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageHewn Collection: The river and citadel at Huy

The river and citadel at Huy
Sixteen miles south-west of Liege, on the Meuse, stands the picturesque and fortified town of Huy. Here is shown the rock-hewn citadel, and the medieval church which stands on the banks of the Meuse

Background imageHewn Collection: The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, Ethiopia

The rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, Ethiopia

Background imageHewn Collection: Mine working in the South Staffordshire Coalfield, England. In this thick seam pillars

Mine working in the South Staffordshire Coalfield, England. In this thick seam pillars of coal have been left to support the roof

Background imageHewn Collection: USA, WA, Whidbey Island. Penn Cove Water Festival. Native American long boat races

USA, WA, Whidbey Island. Penn Cove Water Festival. Native American long boat races brings tribes from multiple states and Canada. Hand hewn traditional boat

Background imageHewn Collection: Bennetts Cross

Bennetts Cross, one of the many rough hewn medieval latin crosses which are to be found on Dartmoor, Devonshire, England. It can be found near the Warren House Inn. Date: 1950s


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"Hewn: A Journey Through Time and Stone" Step into the depths of history as you explore the hewn wonders that have shaped our world. From the tunnel on the Kenmare Road in Killarney to the rock-hewn amphitheatre in Petra, each piece tells a unique story. Marvel at "The Atlas Slave, " a masterpiece carved from marble between 1519-23, capturing both strength and vulnerability. Feel the warmth radiate from "Odalisque (Man and Woman), " an exquisite alabaster sculpture that embodies passion and desire. Transport yourself to ancient times with engravings depicting Petra's hewn rocks and tombs, revealing secrets of civilizations long gone. Admire the craftsmanship of timber in vibrant color lithographs, showcasing its versatility throughout history. Witness nature's artistry at work in a black-and-white photograph of Petra's hewn rocks, where time has etched its mark upon them. Explore a rock-hewn sepulchre through an engraving, evoking a sense of mystery surrounding those who rest within. Experience adventure through depictions like "Departure of the boats from Hecla Cove" in 1827, capturing moments frozen in time. Delve into Ethiopia's rich heritage with Lalibela's rock-hewn churches, including Saint Uraiel Church - a UNESCO World Heritage Site preserving centuries-old faith. Immerse yourself further into this captivating journey by visiting marble quarries that have supplied materials for countless architectural marvels worldwide. Discover how these majestic stones have been transformed into breathtaking structures across cultures and eras. Join us on this extraordinary voyage through time as we celebrate humanity's ability to shape stone into enduring works of art and architecture – forever leaving their mark on our collective memory.