Protection Collection (page 8)

Roker Pier and Lighthouse, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Barbed wire, computer image. Close-up of barbs on a section of barbed wire

Waitresses wearing gas masks, WWII
Waitresses in a popular London restaurant going about their duties during the early weeks of the Second World War, with gas masks in a tin container worn like a bustle at the back of their waistband

tradition, clouds, sky, county, travel, fortress, landmark, protection, defense, ancient, architecture, daytime, outdoors, Irish, history, river, nobody, wall, Cahir Castle, Tipperary

USA, Michigan, Cheboygan, View of sea and lighthouse at sunset (Large format sizes available)

Person wearing boots with crampons, low section

Sachet of lavender hanging on clothes rail in wardrobe, next to a shirt

Sunrise at Happisburgh Lighthouse on a frosty morning, Happisburgh, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Food Convoy
9th May 1926: Guarded by armoured cars and troops, a food convoy passes through Poplar after leaving Londons East India dock on its way to Hyde Park Depot during the General Strike

Stone mask of Mayan Sun God Kinichna, taken through protective glass, Becan, Mayan Ruins, Campeche, Mexico, North America

The Main gate with moat, garden and ramparts, Mdina, a Medieval walled city, Mdina, Malta, Europe

Picture No. 10855665
Pill Woodlouse - (Armadillidium vulgare) Date:

Trencin Castle, Trencin, Trencin Region, Slovakia, Europe

Cherry blossom and Kumamoto Japanese Castle, Kumamoto, Kyushu, Japan, Asia

Plaster antiseptic pad, SEM
Plaster antiseptic pad. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the antiseptic pad on a plaster. Magnification: x16 at 6x7cm size

Portuguese cannons along the ramparts, Essaouira, Atlantic coast, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

The idyllic Lindesnes Fyr Lighthouse illuminated at dusk, Lindesnes, Vest-Agder, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Water Gardens at Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), Sigiriya, North Central Province, Sri Lanka, Asia

The Old Lighthouse, Dungeness, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Fire Bellied Toad - showing red underside 15326
BB-2738 Fire Bellied Toad - showing red underside Bombina orientalis Brian Bevan contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Deer farming, trimming Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) joint, close-up of hands with chainmail gloves, England, january

Safety glasses. Safety glasses are usually made with shatter-resistant plastic lenses to protect the eye from flying debris. The sort seen here are often used in science laboratories

Testing for viruses. A technician using a pipette to fill small sample vials. These are being used to test animal tissue samples for viruses such as avian influenza (bird flu) and swine fever

Oxy-acetylene welding
MODEL RELEASED. Oxy-acetylene welding. Worker in heavy heat-resistant protective clothing holding oxy-acetylene welding equipment

Aubergine flower petal, SEM
Aubergine flower petal. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of an aubergine (Solanum melongena) petal

Daisy bud, SEM
Daisy. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a daisy bud (family Asteraceae, formerly Compositae). The protective bracts (green) cover clusters of tiny flowers, or florets

Quantum cryptography equipment
Quantum cryptography. Eye of an observer reflected in a mirror in quantum cryptography apparatus. Quantum cryptography is based on the principle of entanglement

Lighthouse at old harbour, and Atlantic Hotel Sail City, Bremerhaven, Bremen, Germany, Europe

The Fat Tower (Frauenturm) (Dicke Turm), part of the medieval city defences in Goerlitz, Saxony, Germany, Europe

Stahleck Castle, Bacharach, Rhine Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Men Ru lighthouse, Ploumanach, Cote de Granit Rose (Pink Granite Coast), Cotes d Armor, Brittany, France, Europe

The River Vltava, Lesser Town and Prague Castle, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Chateau Comtal (Chateau of the Counts of Foix). Foix; Ariege; France

Caracal ED 793 Female & Young. Game Farm, Namibia. Felis caracal © Eric Dragesco / ARDEA LONDON
ED-793 CARACAL - female and young Game Farm, Namibia Caracal caracal Eric Dragesco Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

At the Oval / Ally Sloper
Ally Sloper bats at the Oval against Australia, dressed in medieval armour for protection

Honey Buzzard - at nest with young
GRO-53 HONEY BUZZARD - at nest, with chicks Pernis apivorus Guy Robbrecht Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Honey Buzzard - adult at nest with chicks
GRO-56 HONEY BUZZARD - at nest, with chicks Pernis apivorus Guy Robbrecht Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Police car in Times Square, Midtown, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

An Early warning radar station on the Moors near Harrowgate UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

A 2nd World War bunker on the beach at Cley Norfolk UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Nesting box for bluetits on beech tree Cotswolds UK. The metal plate around the entrance protects the nesting birds
MAB-198 Nesting box for bluetits on beech tree Cotswolds UK The metal plate around the entrance protects the nesting birds from attack by woodpeckers

Sumatran Orangutan - female with baby Bukit Lawang - Gunung Leuser N. P. - Sumatra - Indonesia
MAR-118 Sumatran Orangutan - female with baby Bukit Lawang - Gunung Leuser N.P. - Sumatra - Indonesia Pongo abelii Thomas Marent Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Dog - Jack Russell mothers baby Jackdaws 005688
BB-1477 Dog - Jack Russell mothers baby Jackdaws Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, Lubec, Maine, New England, United States of America, North America

Prospect Harbour Point Light, lighthouse at Lubec, Maine, New England, United States of America, North America

Raccoons (Racoons) (Procyon lotor), 41 day old young in captivity, Sandstone, Minnesota, United States of America, North America

Art Deco lifeguard headquarters, South Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, USA

Dog - Golden Retriever lying down with two small rabbits
ME-1611 Dog - Golden Retriever lying down with two small rabbits Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Guardians of Protection: A Journey Through Time and Space" Step into the past with "The guardian angel, 1897, " a timeless symbol that has watched over countless souls. Marvel at the enigmatic "Plague doctor, " an eerie 17th-century artwork representing those who risked their lives to shield others from deadly diseases. Travel across continents to witness the steadfast "Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse Door County Wisconsin" standing tall against treacherous waves, guiding ships safely home. Feel the divine embrace in "Under the Protection of the Gods, " where ancient deities shield humanity from harm. Discover strength and resilience in iconic structures like "Barnegat Lighthouse in Ocean County, New Jersey, " proudly guarding America's shores. Unearth history atop the majestic Malvern Hills as you explore an Iron-age British Camp hill fort amidst autumn's vibrant hues. Witness modern marvels like the formidable "Thames Barrier on River Thames" shielding London from devastating floods while Canary Wharf stands tall in defiance. Lose yourself in time within Dubrovnik's Old Town City walls, a fortress offering sanctuary for centuries. Experience tender protection as a mother sea otter carries her young pup through Monterey Bay's waters, reminding us of nature's nurturing embrace. Stand alongside brave soldiers marching past Buckingham Palace during Trooping the Colour, exemplifying unwavering dedication to safeguarding our freedoms. Gaze upon St. Catherines Point Lighthouse on Isle of Wight, its beacon piercing through darkness to guide sailors towards safety. Finally, find solace on Griffiths Island as its lighthouse illuminates paths for weary travelers seeking refuge along Australia's rugged coastline. From heavenly guardians to man-made bastions and natural wonders alike, these captivating images remind us that protection takes many forms throughout time and space – each one essential for our well-being and peace of mind.