Irrigation Collection (page 4)

Rice Fields (w / c on paper)
CHT173387 Rice Fields (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Chinese, out of copyright

A Dragon-Spine Pump, China, c. 1870-80 (b / w photo)
498545 A Dragon-Spine Pump, China, c.1870-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Also known as a water ladder)

Cistern of the Greco-Roman city of Ampurias (Empuries), 2nd century BC (photo)
AIS5342620 Cistern of the Greco-Roman city of Ampurias (Empuries), 2nd century BC (photo) by Roman, (2nd century BC); Ruins of Empuries, Girona, Catalonia

Joy of the Arabs at the sight of the flow of water from the Artesian well of Sidi-Rached
XEE4414887 Joy of the Arabs at the sight of the flow of water from the Artesian well of Sidi-Rached, forged by the French, in the Sahara desert

At the top, field irrigation system, at the bottom a draught horse
GIA4798359 At the top, field irrigation system, at the bottom a draught horse. Plate drawn from " Giornale dell agricoltura, arti e tecniche" (Revue d agriculture, arts et techniques)

Lettrine F from the chapter on horticulture: scenes of beaching and irrigation
LRI4636015 Lettrine F from the chapter on horticulture: scenes of beaching and irrigation. Miniature taken from " De re rustica" by the agronomist Lucius Iunius Moderatus Columella

A Persian Water Wheel, used in raising water from the Nile
STC67158 A Persian Water Wheel, used in raising water from the Nile, from " Egypt and Nubia", Vol.1 (litho) by Roberts

Watering system in the streets of Vienna, Austria in 1873
XEE4180838 Watering system in the streets of Vienna, Austria in 1873. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watering system in the streets of Vienna)

Adam de Craponne (1527-1576), French mathematician and engineer in front of the waters of
XEE4164683 Adam de Craponne (1527-1576), French mathematician and engineer in front of the waters of the Durance. (An agreement was signed by Adam de Craponne to bring the waters of the Durance)

Plunger Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869617 Plunger Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Baziers Patent Direct-Action Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869615 Baziers Patent Direct-Action Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Une Sakieh Double, Hanonvandieh (colour photo)
2796942 Une Sakieh Double, Hanonvandieh (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une Sakieh Double, Hanonvandieh)

Terrace cultivation on the edge of the desert (chromolitho)
2782973 Terrace cultivation on the edge of the desert (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terrace cultivation on the edge of the desert)

The Wadi, Es-Sioot, Egypt, 1854 (w / c, pen & ink)
BON76697 The Wadi, Es-Sioot, Egypt, 1854 (w/c, pen & ink) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 29.3x50.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Watering tea plants (w / c on paper)
STC209666 Watering tea plants (w/c on paper) by Chinese School (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Chinese, out of copyright

Watts Bar Dam in Tennessee, 1933 (b / w photo)
PNP312179 Watts Bar Dam in Tennessee, 1933 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Chinese Labourers Working on a River (w / c)
MAK87448 Chinese Labourers Working on a River (w/c) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); 11.5x10 cm; The Makins Collection; English, out of copyright

Excavating Channels for Irrigation at Berembea, NSW (b / w photo)
5988422 Excavating Channels for Irrigation at Berembea, NSW (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Excavating Channels for Irrigation at Berembea, NSW)

Chinese agriculture: Way of watering the lands
5917142 Chinese agriculture: Way of watering the lands by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese agriculture)

The Nile Expedition, with the Royal Engineers (engraving)
1622897 The Nile Expedition, with the Royal Engineers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nile Expedition, with the Royal Engineers)

Atelier de drilling du well artesian de Passy. Engraving from 1856 in "
XEE4136739 Atelier de drilling du well artesian de Passy. Engraving from 1856 in " Le Musee Des Sciences" by Unknown Artist

French Revolution: "View of the bridge and the pump Notre-Dame in Paris"
JLJ4644504 French Revolution: " View of the bridge and the pump Notre-Dame in Paris" The pump fed several Parisian fountains, scenes of daily life, of traders

Illustrations of a Lavoir, 1887 (engraving)
867830 Illustrations of a Lavoir, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published in " Le Dictionnaire de l Ameublement et de la decoration depuis)

Grotesque or Rural Bath, by Wiliam Wright, 1762 (engraving)
867981 Grotesque or Rural Bath, by Wiliam Wright, 1762 (engraving) by King, Haynes (1831-1904); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Doultons Simplicitas Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869616 Doultons Simplicitas Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Jennings Improved Bramah Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869613 Jennings Improved Bramah Valve Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Bridge with a Sluice, 1648-9 (oil on panel)
3545827 Bridge with a Sluice, 1648-9 (oil on panel) by Ruisdael, Jacob Isaaksz. or Isaacksz. van (1628/9-82); 39.7x56.2 cm; J

Water-wheel on the Nile (engraving)
FEH328959 Water-wheel on the Nile (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: illustration from The Land of the Pharaohs: Egypt and Sinai by the Rev)

An ancient Egyptian garden (engraving) (b / w photo)
STC173892 An ancient Egyptian garden (engraving) (b/w photo) by Egyptian School; Private Collection; (add.info.: growing flowers and herbs for use in cooking, medicine)

Hydraulic Machines for Watering the Fields, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne
CHT189561 Hydraulic Machines for Watering the Fields, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Jules Ferrario, engraved by S. Rossi, c.1819 (coloured engraving) by French School

Orchard Bordered by Cypresses, 1888 (oil on canvas)
3740407 Orchard Bordered by Cypresses, 1888 (oil on canvas) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 32.5x40 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; Dutch, out of copyright

Chinese Irrigation Machine Worked by a Buffalo
1272382 Chinese Irrigation Machine Worked by a Buffalo by Meffert, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Meffert, J.B.|Ackerman, James)

Pits artesian de Passy created on September 24, 1861. In"Album de la Science"
XEE4414886 Pits artesian de Passy created on September 24, 1861. In" Album de la Science", Editions Jouvet, 1896

The Machine at Marly - Vue de la machine de l aqueduc de Marly installed in Bougival
XEE4154596 The Machine at Marly - Vue de la machine de l aqueduc de Marly installed in Bougival - L aqueduc de Louveciennes (or Marly)

View of the machine of the aqueduct of Marly installed in Bougival The aqueduct of
LRI4676575 View of the machine of the aqueduct of Marly installed in Bougival The aqueduct of Louveciennes (or Marly) allowed to supply Versailles to Marlys castle with water. Detail

Ear irrigation (engraving)
3097146 Ear irrigation (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ear irrigation. Illustration for La Femme, Medecin du Foyer by Anna Fischer (Muller)

National Wash-Out Closet, 1870 (engraving)
869621 National Wash-Out Closet, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Plunge Valve Closet, with handle lifted, 1870 (engraving)
869614 Plunge Valve Closet, with handle lifted, 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: taken from " A New Technical Educator)

Water machine at Marly, c. 1715 (engraving)
STC170861 Water machine at Marly, c.1715 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: designed to lift water from the river up to the chateau and garden;)

Sketches of the Upper Egypt (engraving)
1107336 Sketches of the Upper Egypt (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Upper Egypt)

The Tower, Cathedral of Torcello, 1898-1916. Creator: Cass Gilbert
The Tower, Cathedral of Torcello, 1898-1916

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Irrigation has played a crucial role in shaping the landscapes and sustaining civilizations throughout history. From the picturesque view of the Levada da Serra do Faial on the part from Ribeiro Frio to Portela in Madeira, to the impressive Aswan Dam in Egypt, irrigation systems have transformed barren lands into fertile oases. In Bali, rice terraces stand as a testament to centuries-old agricultural practices that rely heavily on irrigation techniques. Even during the 1500s, garden irrigation was already being practiced, showcasing humanity's early understanding of harnessing water for crop cultivation. The Croton Dam in New York stands tall as a symbol of progress and innovation. Built in 1860, it supplied water for the Croton Aqueduct and paved the way for urban development. Photographs capturing boats and engineering work on the Nile Delta highlight Britain's notable engineering feat in elegant irrigation. This project brought prosperity to an arid land by efficiently distributing water resources. From Australia's colorful lithograph depicting irrigating currant vines to farming scenes in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, where agriculture thrives thanks to well-planned irrigation systems - these images showcase how different regions across the globe have harnessed this essential technique for their economic growth. Lastly, sugar cane production along Guyana's East Coastal area exemplifies how irrigation has facilitated South America's agricultural success story. The lush fields are evidence of human ingenuity working harmoniously with nature’s abundance.