Straits Collection (page 2)

Menai Straits Bridge

Menai Straits Victorian period

Menai Straits, Wales

Britannia Bridge, Anglesey, Victorian period

Steamship TS St Tudno of the LNWSC
Steamship TS St Tudno of The Liverpool and North Wales Steamship Company (LNWSC), a pleasure cruise company based in Liverpool. Sold for scrap in 1963. Pictured in the Menai Straits. Date: circa 1927

St Tudno of the LNWSC
Steamship TS St Tudno of The Liverpool and North Wales Steamship Company (LNWSC), a pleasure cruise company based in Liverpool. Sold for scrap in 1963. Date: circa 1927

Five Maori Tombs - New Zealand. Mausoleum of E Tohi, the mother of Rauparaha, on the Island of Mana, in Cook's Straits (top)

The Magellan fleet on its way to the South Sea after crossing the Strait, 1726 (engraving)
IND388240 The Magellan fleet on its way to the South Sea after crossing the Strait, 1726 (engraving) by Spanish School, (18th century); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona

The Discovery of the Strait of Magellan (coloured engraving)
IND388200 The Discovery of the Strait of Magellan (coloured engraving) by Brierly, Oswald Walters (1817-94); Private Collection; (add.info)

DDE-90024677
Indonesia, Papua, Raja Ampat, Manta Point. Two manta rays swim past coral near bottom. Date: 19/05/2006

DDE-90024631
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of a bivalve clam shell. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A poisonous blue- ring octopus flashes its blue rings as a warning. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. An allied cowry mollusk varies color to match that of soft coral. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. An octopus claims a clam shell as a home. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. A banggi cardinalfish swims past sea anemone tentacles. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Two colorful anglerfish await prey among coral. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024625
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of eye of a crocodilefish or flathead fish. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024624
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A colorful anglerfish awaits prey among coral. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024623
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Two nudibranch on colorful coral. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Female mantis shrimp holds eggs in mouth. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024621
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Tiny brittle stars are virtually encrusting a much larger sea star. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024620
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Two nudibranch feeding on sponge. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024619
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of parrotfish swimming near sea bottom. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024618
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of juvenile boxfish. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024617
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of lionfish fin. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024616
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Green juvenile surgeonfish hides among spines of a chocolate-chip sea star. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024615
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Bobtail squid buries itself on sea floor. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024614
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Pair of harlequin shrimp prey on sea star. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024613
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. An anglerfish uses it's worm-like lure to attract fish. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024612
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Male and female mandarinfish mating. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024611
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Two imperial shrimps on a sea cucumber. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024610
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Zebra crabs live in association with various sea urchins. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024609
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of a banggai cardinalfish near sea urchin. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024608
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Detail of a pentagon sea star. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024607
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A juvenile zebra batfish amid coral. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024606
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A Pfeffer's flamboyant cuttlefish flashes brilliant colors when alarmed. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024605
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Juvenile dendrochirus zebra fish atop a tube sponge. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024604
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of tiny tiger shrimp. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024603
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of ringed tentacles and central disk of a sand-dwelling anemone. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024602
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of the mouth of a sand-dwelling sea anemone. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024601
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi, Lembeh Straits. School of banggai cardinalfish and coral. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024600
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Squat lobster lives commensally with barrel sponges. Date: 11/02/2005

The King of Persia watching his army cross the Strait (colour litho)
6009771 The King of Persia watching his army cross the Strait (colour litho) by Prout, Victor William (1862-1950); Private Collection; (add.info)

Summer Evening (Caernarvon Castle) c. 1764-65 (oil on canvas)
XYC165951 Summer Evening (Caernarvon Castle) c.1764-65 (oil on canvas) by Wilson, Richard (1713/14-82); 62.9x116.3 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

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Eye of Day Octopus - close-up - Seraya Beach Resort house reef, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

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Co's Chromodoris Nudibranch - Mioskon dive site, Dampier Straits, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

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Tasseled Scorpionfish - Arborek Jetty, Dampier Straits, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia Date: 25-09-2019

Bosphorus, Rumeli and Anadali-Hissar, c. 1890-1900 (photochrom print)
6040723 Bosphorus, Rumeli and Anadali-Hissar, c.1890-1900 (photochrom print) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

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"Straits: Navigating through History's Frozen Paths and Turbulent Waters" The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barro: Witness the brave ships battling nature's icy grip in their quest for discovery. HMS Beagle/Darwin's Ship: A vessel that carried a young naturalist named Charles Darwin to the far corners of the Earth, forever changing our understanding of life on this planet. Telford's suspension bridge across the Menai Straits: Marvel at the engineering prowess that connected two lands over treacherous waters, bridging communities and fostering progress. British Troops Gallipoli: Explore the harrowing accounts of soldiers who fought valiantly amidst unforgiving straits during World War I, leaving an indelible mark on history. Warships in a Heavy Storm by Ludolf Bakhuysen (1695): Behold a tempestuous scene as warships battle against raging waves, reminding us of humanity's resilience even in times of turmoil. Piltdown Man article - The most ancient inhabitant of England: Unearth secrets from our past as we delve into the intriguing story surrounding one of England's earliest known inhabitants. Singapore: Discover how this bustling city-state has transformed itself from a humble fishing village to become one of Asia's economic powerhouses, strategically located along vital trade routes. American ethnographic map: Journey through diverse cultures and traditions depicted on this captivating map, showcasing America's rich tapestry woven together by its people. Denmark-Sweden border satellite image: Observe borders fading away from space as nations coexist peacefully despite historical conflicts—a testament to diplomacy triumphing over division. Allegory of the Battle of Salamis (1858): Immerse yourself in an epic canvas depicting valorous naval warfare between ancient Greek forces and Persians—an enduring symbol of courage and victory.