Oilfield Collection

Oil derricks at Burkburnett, Texas, 1920 (b / w photo)
5854045 Oil derricks at Burkburnett, Texas, 1920 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Kuwait: the single oilfield whose yield now exceeds Persias highest production. Page from the Illustrated London News, 22nd December 1951. Date: 1951

The Fabulously Rich Oilfield of Kuwait: aspects new and old of the tiny state. Page from the Illustrated London News, 22nd December 1951. Date: 1951

The worlds largest single oilfield: Kuwait and its fabulously rich ruler, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah. The discovery of oil has brought immense wealth to Kuwait

Trinidad Oilfield, West Indies Date: 1910s

La Petrolie (engraving)
2783049 La Petrolie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Petrolie. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 11 February 1883.); © Look and Learn

Oil cars at shipping station, Bakersfield, Kern County, USA
Oil cars at Southern Pacific shipping station, Bakersfield, Kern County, USA. Date: circa 1910s

Romania - Bustenari - Oil Rigs Date: circa 1908

Pumpjack with dramatic chinook sky, Alberta, Canada
Silhouette of a pump jack with a colourful dramatic Chinook sky, west of Airdrie; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack in a field, Alberta, Canada
Pumpjack in a field in the foothills and the snow-covered Rocky mountains in the background with a glowing sky at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunrise
Silhouette of pumpjack in snow-covered area with an orange starburst sun at sunrise; Longview, Alberta, Canada

Pumpjack at sunset; Alberta, Canada

Shooting An Oil Well From The Book The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine May To October 1883

Doyon Oil Rig 14 on the road moving to another drill site in the Prudhoe Bay Oil Field, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Winter

The Liberty Oil Rig In The Prudhoe Bay Oilfield On The North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Iran - Guest House at Masjid-i-Suleiman
Iran - Aerial photograph of the Guest House at Masjid-i-Suleiman Date: circa 1930s

Lagunillas oilfield, Venezuela, Central America
Lagunillas oilfield, on the eastern shore of Lake Maracaibo, Venezuela, Central America. Date: 1927

Trinidad - An Oilfield with Derricks sitting over the individual oil wells. Date: circa 1920s

Oilfields near Bakersfield, Kern County, USA. Date: circa 1908

Oil fire at Sour Lake, Beaumont, Texas, USA
Oil fire at Sour Lake, a big oil-producing area of eastern Texas, USA. Date: early 20th century

Russian advance in Balkans by G. H. Davis
Russias advance in the Balkans during the Second World War: a pictorial map of the terrain. The Eastern Balkans and Carpathian passes: a map showing mountain passes, railways and oilfields. Date: 1944

Romania - Fire in Moreni
Moreni - a town in Dambovita County, Romania, located about 100 km north-west of Bucharest. This postcard shows an oil fire which raged for about 6 weeks in September/October 1925

Bustenari Oilfield, Romania
Bustenari Oilfield, Prahova County, Romania. Date: circa 1905

Baku, Azerbaijan - Oil / Gas Blowout
Baku, Azerbaijan - Oil/Gas Well Blowout. Date: circa 1902

A Burmese Oilfield - showing a vast forest of wooden drilling rigs. Date: circa 1910s

Iran - Aerial photograph of the Naft Safid Oilfield Date: circa 1930s

Burning oilfield during Operation Desert Storm, Kuwait Date Cropped from an undated

Oil pumps, artwork F006 / 3702
Oil pumps, computer artwork

Arctic oil fields, artwork
Arctic oil fields. Computer artwork showing oil field locations in the Arctic

Oil well fires, Caucasus, artwork
Oil well fires, Caucasus, historical artwork. These oil wells are at Bibi-Eybat in the Caucasus region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea

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"Unveiling the Historic Oilfields: From Burkburnett to Kuwait and Beyond" Step back in time to witness the birth of an industry that shaped nations and transformed economies. This captivating black and white photo captures oil derricks towering over the Texan landscape in Burkburnett, Texas, 1920. Fast forward to a new era where Kuwait emerges as a dominant force in oil production, surpassing even Persia's highest yields. Explore the fascinating aspects of this tiny state's fabulously rich oilfield - a source of wealth and power. Delve into the world's largest single oilfield located in Kuwait, ruled by its magnificently wealthy leader. Discover how this vast reserve has propelled both nation and ruler onto the global stage. Travel across oceans to Trinidad, nestled amidst the West Indies' beauty yet harboring its own thriving oilfield. Witness derricks dotting its landscape as it contributes to shaping local economies. Experience history come alive through engravings like La Petrolie, capturing Romania's Bustenari Oil Rigs - a testament to their contribution towards fueling progress. Venture further south into Venezuela's Central America where Lagunillas oilfield stands tall. Marvel at its immense reserves that have fueled growth for generations. Return once more to Trinidad with its bustling derricks dominating horizons - an undeniable symbol of prosperity driven by their abundant oilfields. Closer home lies Bakersfield, Kern County USA; behold rows upon rows of oil cars at shipping stations showcasing America's relentless pursuit of energy independence. However, not all tales are filled with triumphs; witness Sour Lake engulfed in flames due to an unfortunate fire outbreak. It serves as a stark reminder of both risks involved and sacrifices made within this industry. From humble beginnings etched in history books to modern-day marvels shaping our present realities – these glimpses into various global landscapes reveal just how deeply intertwined our world is with the oilfield industry.