Representations Collection (page 7)

Woodcarving with god Shiva on the buttress of a house, Bhaktapur, Nepal, Asia

Scene with inscription relating to Confuciuss (519-471 BC) visit to court of Ch u. Ox cart, which appears in a number of representations of Confucius, represents his mode of travels

Textile finishing machine, 1880s C017 / 6860
Textile finishing machine. 19th-century artwork of a roller fulling machine used in the finishing process applied to the production of fabrics in the textile industry

Merryweather steam fire engine, 1880s C017 / 6903
Merryweather steam fire engine, 19th-century artwork. This is one of the steam fire engines produced by the British company Merryweather and Sons

Riggenbach cog railway system, 1880s C017 / 6910
Riggenbach cog railway system. 19th-century artwork of a locomotive on a cog railway based on the Riggenbach system. This cog (or rack)

19th Century steam laundry, artwork C018 / 7071
19th Century steam laundry, artwork

19th Century ladies fashion, artwork C018 / 7019
19th Century ladies fashion. 1869 engraving showing the various garments worn by ladies of the time

Louis Stromeyer, German surgeon, artwork C018 / 7052
Louis Stromeyer (1804 - 1876). 1880 engraving of the German surgeon and physician Georg Friedrich Louis Stromeyer. Stromeyer was a pioneer in orthopaedics and orthopaedic surgery

Northern constellations, 18th century
Northern constellations. 18th-century map of constellations and stars of the northern celestial hemisphere. The constellations are represented by artworks of their mythical namesakes

UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. Canterbury. Cathedral. Glass window with medicine representations (1280). Gothic art. Glass window

SPAIN. CASTILE AND LEON. AVILA. El Tiemblo. Bulls of Guisando, boars or magical representations of the second iron age (c. 5th c. BC). Iron Age. Sculpture

ITALY. Venice. Ducal Palace. Sala del Collegio

Illustrated woodcut title page, printed in red and black. Contains representations of the four Evangelists, Moses and Aaron, and the Creation

Several representations of the customs and manners of the natives of divers parts of America

Front cover of ILN coronation number for Edward VIII
Front cover from the special number of the Illustrated London News, prepared in advance for the coronation of King Edward VIII

Learning arithmetic
MODEL RELEASED. Learning arithmetic. 4-year-old boy holding a blackboard with the equation 1+1=2 on it. A fundamental part of human intelligence is the ability to produce abstract representations

Scene from The White Assegai
A scene from a play by Allan King, produced at the Playhouse, London in 1930, the story of a Native Commissioner in colonial Africa

Patriotic American Stage Show
A highly patriotic stage show (possibly a musical?) featuring lines of majorette dancers holding the Star Spangled banner and figures representing a Civil War soldier

The Grill-Room at the South Kensington Museum (now the Victoria and Albert Museum) in 1871. Also known as the Poynter Room or Dutch Kitchen

Mural Paintings / Rome
Christian wall paintings from the Calixtus catacombs in Rome. The scenes depicted include representations of the dove of Moses and the feeding of the 5000

French Expo Dolls
Doll representations of the Duke of Reichstadt (son of Napoleon I) in centre with (from L to R) his bride, Mameluke, Polcinello and baby exhibited at Paris Exposition

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"Exploring the Multifaceted World of Representations: From Ancient Artifacts to Modern Masterpieces" Step into the enchanting village of Killinaboy, Burren, County Clare in Ireland, and you'll be greeted by an intriguing sight - a Sheela-na-Gig adorning the church wall. This enigmatic representation has puzzled historians for centuries. Transport yourself to a vibrant circus scene through Gård Laplau's captivating illustration from 1938. The artist's brushstrokes bring life to acrobats soaring through the air and clowns entertaining with their antics. Marvel at La Vierge De St Sixte, a chromolitho masterpiece inspired by Raphael's original work displayed at Musee de Dresde. The intricate details and vibrant colors transport viewers into a realm of divine beauty. Delve into history alongside Heinrich Schliemann, as this German archaeologist uncovers ancient treasures that reveal glimpses of civilizations long gone. His discoveries provide valuable representations of past cultures. Owen Jones takes us on an artistic journey with his Egyptian-inspired designs. Through his meticulous work, we witness the harmonious blend of geometric patterns and ornate motifs that define Egyptian artistry. Discover Sleeping Ariadne at Chateau De Valencay in France's picturesque Loire Valley. William Rothenstein captures her serene slumber in exquisite detail, inviting contemplation on themes of dreams and tranquility. Observe the wisdom conveyed by three wise monkeys perched at Tosho-gu shrine in Nikko, Japan. Their playful representation reminds us to hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil - timeless advice still relevant today. Immerse yourself in Roman culture as gladiators come alive through stunning artworks depicting their fierce battles. These powerful representations offer insight into ancient Rome's fascination with combat and spectacle. Journey back to 1872 when Westminster Abbey housed waxwork effigies, capturing the likenesses of historical figures.