Riveted Collection

Advertisement, Levi Strauss copper riveted overalls
Advertisement for Levi Strauss copper riveted overalls, featuring Levis Electric Rodeo -- the Talk of Treasure Island. The figures are all hand-carved likenesses of famous rodeo people in authentic

Caulking, 1850
3359219 Caulking, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Caulking of a ship by turning in the edges of the riveted plates with a chisel. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Dog on a Chair, 1860-1891. Creator: Guillaume Anne van der Brugghen
A Dog on a Chair, 1860-1891

KV-1 Shielded heavy tank
A Soviet KV-1 Shielded heavy tank, knocked out by German anti-tank fire, with damaged indicated by an invading German soldier

A brigandine jacket dating from A. D. 1560, from The British Army: Its Origins, Progress and Equipment, published 1868
619325 A brigandine jacket dating from A.D. 1560, from The British Army: Its Origins, Progress and Equipment, published 1868

An A-20 bomber being riveted by a woman... Douglas Aircraft Company plant at Long Beach, Calif
An A-20 bomber being riveted by a woman worker at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant at Long Beach, Calif

Modern safes and strong rooms (b / w photo)
6013657 Modern safes and strong rooms (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern safes and strong rooms)

Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-60 (steel
5938306 Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-60 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted, with etched decoration on a blackened ground) by German School

Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel)
5938301 Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel) by German School, (16th century); 25.6 x26.2x22.1 cm cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-60 (steel
5938300 Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-60 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted, with etched decoration on a blackened ground) by German School

Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel)
5938198 Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel) by German School, (16th century); 25.6 x26.2x22.1 cm cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted)
5938268 Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted) by German School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Consisting of a burgonet, an Almain collar)

Peytral, for heavy cavalry use, 1510-20 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted)
5938255 Peytral, for heavy cavalry use, 1510-20 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted) by German School, (16th century); 30.5x 64.2x77.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Peytral, for heavy cavalry use, 1510-20 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted)
5938232 Peytral, for heavy cavalry use, 1510-20 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted) by German School, (16th century); 30.5x 64.2x77.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-1510 (steel
5938274 Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-1510 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted, with etched decoration on a blackened ground) by German School

Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted)
5938254 Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted) by German School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Consisting of a burgonet, an Almain collar)

Armour. Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel)
5938266 Armour. Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel) by German School, (16th century); 25.6 x26.2x22.1 cm cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel)
5938238 Leg-defence for the right foreleg of a horse, 1550 (steel) by German School, (16th century); 25.6x26.2x22.1 cm cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted)
5938222 Half armour, 1550-1610 (steel, hammered, riveted) by German School, (16th century); Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Consisting of a burgonet, an Almain collar)

Peytral, for heavy cavalry use. Formed of a central plate and a pair of side-plates
5938209 Peytral, for heavy cavalry use. Formed of a central plate and a pair of side-plates, 1510-20 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted) by German School

Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-1560 (steel
5938305 Reinforcing bevor, for use in the tourney, with etched decoration, 1550-1560 (steel, hammered, shaped, riveted, with etched decoration on a blackened ground) by German School

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Gloucester Dock at night

A Brigandine Jacket Dating From A. D. 1560. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868
A Brigandine Jacket Dating From A.D. 1560. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Helmet Bowl (Hoshi-Kabutobachi), Japanese, 12th-13th century. Creator: Unknown
Helmet Bowl (Hoshi-Kabutobachi), Japanese, 12th-13th century

Kulah Khud, Persian style helmet, 1898 (c). Circular, iron helmet with dome, knob finial and riveted, reinforcing ring; traces of gilt decoration; brass sliding nasal with geometrical decoration;

Metal Disc Dress 1968
Mini-dress: bodice & skirt are joined by a band of flat metal discs riveted to transparent plastic - a futuristic style reminiscent of Paco Rabannes metal dress of 1967

Cauldron of riveted bronze plates hammered thin. Made by Cel
Art. Prehistory. Cauldron of riveted bronze plates hammered thin. On the outside the cauldron is decorated with bulls heads and the head of a goddes. Made by Celtic artisans in central Europe

Riveted joint on bridge tower support C013 / 6185
Riveted joint. Close-up of a riveted joint on the tower support superstructure of Tensaw River Lift Bridge, Tensaw, Alabama, USA. This bridge was built in 1927 and demolished in 1995

The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the churchyard
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841

Harley Davidson V-Twin Board Racer riveted

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"Riveted: A Journey Through Time and Strength" Step into the world of rivets, where strength and durability meet craftsmanship. From Levi Strauss copper riveted overalls to the mighty KV-1 Shielded heavy tank, riveting has been an integral part of history. In ancient Persia, warriors donned the Kulah Khud, a Persian-style helmet with intricate rivet work that symbolized their resilience on the battlefield. Fast forward to 1560, where a brigandine jacket showcased skilled metalwork held together by countless rivets, protecting soldiers during tumultuous times. Even in modern times, we witness the power of riveting. In 1942 at the Douglas Aircraft Company plant in Long Beach, California, a woman meticulously worked on an A-20 bomber using her expertise in joining metal sheets with sturdy rivets. This image captures not only her dedication but also highlights how women contributed significantly to wartime efforts. Beyond military applications, industries have relied on this technique for security as well. Black-and-white photographs depict modern safes and strong rooms constructed with precision through countless tiny connections – each one representing trust and safeguarding valuables. The artistry of riveting extends beyond human protection; it encompasses our loyal companions too. Horse armor from centuries ago showcases leg-defense for horses intricately crafted from steel plates joined by resilient rivets – a testament to our bond with these majestic creatures throughout history. As we delve deeper into time's embrace, half-armors dating back to 1550-1610 reveal meticulous hammering and precise placement of every single rivet - creating suits that embodied both elegance and invincibility for knights who wore them proudly into battle. Finally, peytrals designed for heavy cavalry use between 1510-20 demonstrate how even horse armor was carefully assembled using hammered steel shaped by skilled hands before being secured firmly with unyielding rows of precisely positioned rivets.