Tube Collection (page 2)

A Perfect Picture by Muriel Dawson
A small toddler looks in dismay at a large blotch of paint on the front of his outfit

Gloucester Road, London, with Gloucester Road tube Station (right) and Baileys Hotel (now the home to an excellent Indian Restaurant!)

Alkometer after laboratory process

VOICE AMPLIFIER. An imaginary voice amplifier, based on the ideas of Athanasius Kircher. Copper engraving, 1723, by Arnold van Westerhout

Moscow Underground
A business man commuter, about to board an underground train, which has just arrived on the platform of a Rococo style tube station, Moscow, Russia. Date: late 1960s

Geotextile tubes (geotubes) used as coastal cliff erosion defence on shingle beach, Dunwich, Suffolk, England, july

Isotretinoin anti-acne drug, molecular model. Atoms are represented as tubes and are colour- coded; carbon (yellow), hydrogen (white) and oxygen (red)

Nanotube technology, computer artwork
Nanotube technology. Computer artwork of a cylindrical fullerene molecule (carbon nanotube). The hexagonal carbon structure of the nanotube is shown here

Metropolitan Police gas mask, bag, rattle and tin helmet
A Metropolitan Police gas mask, bag, rattle and tin helmet, as used in wartime

Aldgate High Street 1906
A busy Aldgate High Street, crowded with pedestrians, horse buses and other vehicles

Kolynos Trade Card
Trade card for KOLYNOS dental cream, in the shape of a tube of toothpaste. It is described as cleansing - antiseptic - delicious

Sloane Square Station
A street scene outside Sloane Square Underground station in Chelsea, London, with frequent trains to the City on the District Railway

Steam Boilers / 1885 Ad
Advertisement for patent water-tube steam boilers from the Babcock and Wilcox Company of New York and Glasgow

Escalator Trials
A couple misunderstand the instructions for stepping off a new fangled moving staircase and land in an undignified heap on the floor of the underground station

Paris Underground, Extension of Line 9, c.1932 (b/w photo)
XIR253004 Paris Underground, Extension of Line 9, c.1932 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metro;).

The use of a speaking tube
5311988 The use of a speaking tube; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the use of a speaking tube to communicate with someone in another room. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Crookes' tube in which cathode rays were emitted
5311986 Crookes' tube in which cathode rays were emitted; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Crookes' tube in which cathode rays (electrons) were emitted by the cathode, a

Diagram depicting a multiple Archimedean screws powered by a water wheel
5308164 Diagram depicting a multiple Archimedean screws powered by a water wheel.; (add.info.: Diagram depicting a multiple Archimedean screws powered by a water wheel being used to raise water)

The use of a magnesium photographic flash light
5307896 The use of a magnesium photographic flash light.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the use of a magnesium photographic flash light devised by attaching a rubber tube to the mouthpiece of a)

A magnifying glass in a tube, simple microscope, and diminishing lens, 17th century
5311406 A magnifying glass in a tube, simple microscope, and diminishing lens, 17th century; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Austin, Nevada, six thousand feet above the sea (engraving)
8644068 Austin, Nevada, six thousand feet above the sea (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Austin, Nevada, six thousand feet above the sea)

Discovery of Anthracite coal in Pennsylvania, in 1768 (engraving)
8644067 Discovery of Anthracite coal in Pennsylvania, in 1768 (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Discovery of Anthracite coal in Pennsylvania, in 1768)

Wire railway at the Harwood Coal Mines, British Columbia (engraving)
8644066 Wire railway at the Harwood Coal Mines, British Columbia (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wire railway at the Harwood Coal Mines)

Interior of a silver mine in Mexico (engraving)
8644061 Interior of a silver mine in Mexico (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of a silver mine in Mexico)

Another method of washing for silver (engraving)
8644056 Another method of washing for silver (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Another method of washing for silver)

Views in mammoth cave, Kentucky (engraving)
8644048 Views in mammoth cave, Kentucky (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in mammoth cave, Kentucky)

Working a diamond claim in Brazil (engraving)
8644039 Working a diamond claim in Brazil (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Working a diamond claim in Brazil)

Mutiny on the lower deck (engraving)
8644031 Mutiny on the lower deck (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mutiny on the lower deck)

Blasting in the Quicksilver Mines (engraving)
8644030 Blasting in the Quicksilver Mines (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blasting in the Quicksilver Mines)

Chinese gold mining in California (engraving)
8644027 Chinese gold mining in California (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chinese gold mining in California)

Miners around their camp-fire (engraving)
8644008 Miners around their camp-fire (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miners around their camp-fire)

Hydraulic mining (engraving)
8644007 Hydraulic mining (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hydraulic mining)

Pirates of the Mississippi (engraving)
8644003 Pirates of the Mississippi (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pirates of the Mississippi)

Bodies of Pompeians cast in the ashes (engraving)
8650680 Bodies of Pompeians cast in the ashes (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bodies of Pompeians cast in the ashes)

Vaulted chapel in the catacombs (engraving)
8650670 Vaulted chapel in the catacombs (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vaulted chapel in the catacombs)

The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes (engraving)
8650678 The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes (engraving) by Australian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tombs of the Egyptian kings at Thebes)

Head Offices of the "Underground", Westminster (colour litho)
8659879 Head Offices of the "Underground", Westminster (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Head Offices of the "Underground")

Grotto of Antiparos, Greece (engraving)
8634953 Grotto of Antiparos, Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grotto of Antiparos, Greece. Illustration from Hellas)

No worry, no waiting, no effort needed (b/w photo)
8676302 No worry, no waiting, no effort needed (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: No worry, no waiting, no effort needed)

The metro and cafe station, Karlsplatz, Vienna, Austria. Construction 1896, architect Otto Wagner (1841-1918)
TED4659301 The metro and cafe station, Karlsplatz, Vienna, Austria. Construction 1896, architect Otto Wagner (1841-1918). Photography 16/09/00

Science, Energy: Condenser at the La Villette Gas Power Station (Paris). Engraving in
3434776 Science, Energy: Condenser at the La Villette Gas Power Station (Paris). Engraving in : Grands hommes et grands faits de l'industrie, France, c.1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part)

Dean's diving helmet, 1850
3359187 Dean's diving helmet, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of Dean's diving helmet, invented by John Deane (1800-1884). Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311868 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

A Table of the Refraction of the Air
5311867 A Table of the Refraction of the Air; (add.info.: A Table of the Refraction of the Air: Using a glass U-tube and a column of mercury)

The floods of 1910: Odeon metro station - photography, ca. 1910, Private collection
LSE4402406 The floods of 1910: Odeon metro station - photography, ca. 1910, Private collection. by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The floods of 1910)

French 19th century illustration of people buying and using a kaleidoscope
5306257 French 19th century illustration of people buying and using a kaleidoscope; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Gibraltar (engraving)
8676824 Gibraltar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gibraltar. Illustration from The Illustrated News of the World, 2 July 1859.); © Look and Learn.

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"The Tube: A Journey through Time and Spaces" Step into the world of the iconic Underground Tube Train, where history meets modernity. From its inception in London to its influence around the globe, this caption explores various aspects associated with the word "tube. " Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Australia as you discover traditional hand-painted colourful didgeridoos. These musical tubes resonate with ancient traditions and bring a touch of Down Under to your senses. Travel back in time to witness actor Michael Caine's memorable journey on an underground train at Aldwych tube station during a film shoot. Experience the thrill of being part of cinematic history while traversing beneath bustling city streets. Marvel at the power and grace of Flying Scotsman, an LNER High-pressure Compound Express Loco that once dominated railway tracks like a majestic metal tube hurtling through time. Delve into vintage aesthetics as you admire an English poster from 1910 promoting Hampstead Railway Non-Stop Services. This piece captures both nostalgia and innovation, showcasing how advertising has evolved alongside our beloved tube system. Witness daily life unfold at Euston station as a London Underground platform welcomes commuters boarding their trains—a snapshot capturing movement within these metallic tubes that connect millions each day. Discover hidden wonders beneath Sloane Square tube station as The River Westbourne flows silently through its tunnels—an unexpected encounter with nature amidst urban infrastructure. Celebrate companionship by meeting a domestic dog, specifically a Border Terrier adorned with a collar and identification tube—a reminder that even our furry friends rely on tubes for safety and security. Embark on an imaginary ride along Charing Cross to Hampstead—the scenic route offered by one section of London's extensive tube network. Picture yourself standing on platforms awaiting arrival or departure, feeling connected yet suspended between destinations. Finally, take respite at Gloucester Road tube station—its architecture blending seamlessly into London's landscape. Here lies another testament to human ingenuity, a hub where millions of stories intersect daily.