The Met Collection

New York City, Manhattan, Upper East Side, The Metropolitan Museum, Museum Mile, Metropolitan Museum of Art, MET

New York City, Manhattan, Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Finger Print Department. Section of search room, officers searching records. Scotland Yard. London. May 1929

New Scotland Yard, London (colour photo)
3094830 New Scotland Yard, London (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Scotland Yard, London)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art from the southeast, New York City, 1909 (b / w photo)
NYH258324 The Metropolitan Museum of Art from the southeast, New York City, 1909 (b/w photo) by Hall, G.P. & Son (1876-1914); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

The Inspectors Room at Cannon Row Police Station. May 1929

Photographing documents at Scotland Yard. London. May 1929

The reader of the Police Gazette. Scotland Yard. London. April 1929

New Scotland Yard. Classification of criminals. The crime index. May 1929

Debris from a wall blown into the street by an explosion which occurred at Scotland Yard during the Fenian activities. May 1884

Metropolitan Police Lost Property. In the Index Department at the Lost Property Office, Lambeth. May 1929

Main stairway, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, c. 1902-10 (b / w photo)
862695 Main stairway, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, c.1902-10 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

A Metropolitan railway engine. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

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"The Met: A Captivating Glimpse into the World of Law and Art" Step into the intriguing world of "The Met, " where two distinct realms intertwine - the Metropolitan Police Service and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In this captivating journey, we explore various snapshots that offer a glimpse into these contrasting yet equally fascinating domains. Amidst heated protests against airport development at Heathrow, a police photographer fearlessly captures powerful images of determined protestors at the Climate camp. These photographs immortalize their fight to save Sipson village from demolition, highlighting their unwavering commitment to environmental preservation. Within the Finger Print Department's search room, officers meticulously sift through records with utmost precision. Their tireless efforts in identifying criminals showcase The Met's dedication to maintaining law and order within society. A vivid color photograph transports us to New Scotland Yard in London, its grandeur emanating from every corner. This iconic landmark stands as a symbol of authority and justice, commanding respect with its imposing presence. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves standing before The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City during its early years. A black-and-white photo captures its majestic facade from the southeast, evoking nostalgia for an era when art was revered on such hallowed grounds. Ascending the main stairway inside The Met reveals an enchanting scene frozen in time between 1902-1910. Visitors once climbed these very steps with anticipation and wonderment as they embarked on artistic journeys that would shape their perspectives forever. Transported back to May 1929 at Cannon Row Police Station's Inspector Room, we witness detectives engrossed in solving mysteries that plagued London streets. Their sharp minds tirelessly pursued justice while surrounded by clues waiting to be deciphered. Intriguingly captured moments reveal officers diligently photographing documents at Scotland Yard during this same period. These snapshots serve as a testament to meticulous record-keeping practices essential for effective crime-solving.