Ventilation Collection

Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales
A pre-1914 image of the Wyndham Colliery, Nantymoel, Ogmore Vale, South Wales which opened in 1868. Date: circa 1900s

Air vent and Cromwell statue, Salford, Manchester
An air vent and a statue of Oliver Cromwell make an unusual pairing at the rear of Buile Hill Park Hall in Salford, Manchester. Date: circa 1980

SS Orsova, 1909
Photograph of the Orient Steam Navigation Companys Australian Mail Liner SS Orsova at sea, 1909. Built in 1909 by John Brown and Co

Coal (engraving)
5221742 Coal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coal. From Illustrations of Useful Arts and Manufactures by Charles Tomlinson (SPCK)

David Boswell Reid, M.D, F.R.S.E Doctor and sanitation reformer from Edinburgh, responsible for the ventilation and lighting of the House of Commons in the 1840s

An engraving depicting the bottom of a pit shaft showing the corves being sent to the surface
5311243 An engraving depicting the bottom of a pit shaft showing the corves being sent to the surface, a pony drawing clear corves back to the coal face and, left

Bavarian suit of jousting armour 1600. With mentoniere helmet with perforated door for ventilation
FLO4678263 Bavarian suit of jousting armour 1600. With mentoniere helmet with perforated door for ventilation, shoulder shield for tilting, pauldron, elbow plates

Engraving depicting a fireman opening the door of the ventilating furnace at the bottom of a coal pit
5309094 Engraving depicting a fireman opening the door of the ventilating furnace at the bottom of a coal pit; (add.info)

Sectional view of a furnace ventilation shaft typical of many coal mines
5307486 Sectional view of a furnace ventilation shaft typical of many coal mines.; (add.info.: Sectional view of a furnace ventilation shaft typical of many coal mines)

A tier pedestal WC's with trap ventilation and soil pipe, 1850
3359508 A tier pedestal WC's with trap ventilation and soil pipe, 1850; (add.info.: Sectional view of a tier pedestal WC's with trap ventilation and soil pipe)

Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory, 1890
3478858 Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory, 1890; (add.info.: Woman supervisor in an East End of London button factory; fainting from bad ventilation and undernourishment)

Anna Niemiec

Crossing Line
Damiano Serra

Trapped
Tomasz Buczkowski ( Tomush )

Inauguration of the Townhall, Newcastle-on-Tyne, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the Townhall, Newcastle-on-Tyne, 1858. The inauguration of the new public buildings in Nicholas-square, Newcastle, took place in the beginning of this month

The new steam-ship Australia, 1876. Creator: J. R. W
The new steam-ship Australia, 1876. Ocean-going steamer in the South West India Dock, River Thames. A number of state rooms on the upper or hurricane deck are arranged for two passengers only

The Prince Consort's Model Farm at Osborne, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Prince Consort's Model Farm at Osborne, 1858....for more perfect arrangement in all the details and necessary requirements of an agriculturist's homestall the traveller in this or any

New Music-Hall, Evan's Hotel, Covent-Garden, 1856. Creator: Unknown
New Music-Hall, Evan's Hotel, Covent-Garden, 1856. The new Hall has been built from the designs of Mr. William Finch Hill...Great brilliancy of effect is produced...by ten rich cut-glass

Supply Personnel, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Supply Personnel, between 1910 and 1920
Supply Personnel, between 1910 and 1920. Women office workers, USA. Note electric fans. Sign reads: Deposit file papers from executive section here

The New Houses of Parliament - Ventilating Shaft, River Front, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The New Houses of Parliament - Ventilating Shaft, River Front, 1854. Palace of Westminster, London....the New Louvre, or Ventilating Shaft

The St. Marylebone Baths and Washhouses, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The St. Marylebone Baths and Washhouses, [London], 1850. New building with...separate entrances for the different classes

Octagon Villa, Antigua, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Octagon Villa, Antigua, 1850. This neat specimen of house-building in Antigua is the property and country residence of Andrew Coltart, Esq. It is situated one mile from St

Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. Creator: Smyth. Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850
Grand Saloon of the "Atlantic", 1850. The Atlantic arrived at Liverpool...the first of six similar vessels to be built for E. K. Collins, Esq

Conservatory, by Ormson, in the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Conservatory, by Ormson, in the International Exhibition, 1862....the erection of conservatories may be considered the highest grade in horticultural architecture; it shows, in fact

Danebower Colliery 28491_043
Danebower Colliery Ventilation Chimney, Cheshire East, 2013

Orange corners
Greetje van Son

Counterparts
Marc Apers

The International Exhibition: ventilating globe lights by Messrs. Rickett and Hammond, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: ventilating globe lights by Messrs. Rickett and Hammond, 1862. 'Its application is twofold - first

Hospital for Consumption, Torquay, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Hospital for Consumption, Torquay, 1858. This institution was founded in 1850 by a lady living in Wiltshire, who, struck with the large mortality from pulmonary disease which she observed in her

The International Exhibition: Scott's glass walls, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Scott's glass walls, 1862. Considerable interest attaches to the glass walls of the St. Pancras Ironworks Company

The International Exhibition: Weeks glass wall, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Weeks glass wall, 1862. John Weeks and Co. King's-road, Chelsea, make a display of models of conservatories, improved boilers, and ornamental heating-stacks

Moving Shades
Andrea Comari

If Not Now, When?
Andrea Comari

industrial green
Tomasz Buczkowski ( Tomush )

Shout!
Harry Verschelden

RMS Olympic - stateroom ventilation grille with frame
RMS Olympic - original Louis XIV style First Class open frame and wine ventilation grille from stateroom parlour suite C62. Provenance Henry Aldridge, Marquis of Granby dispersal sale 14-4-2000

How mines were ventilated
How the mines were ventilated and drainer. One of the reasons for the mine strike of 1912 was the poor maintenance of ventilation and draining of the mines

Wafting Space Mk. III
Dr. Akira TAKAUE

Industry-Graphic
Steffen Ebert

Twins
Adachi Lintaman

Point Of View
Andrea Comari

The Way To Health
Andrea Comari

DDE-90036339
Latvia, Northeastern Latvia, Vidzeme Region, Gauja National Park, Ligatne, The Pension, super-secret Soviet-era bunker built beneath a working rehab hospital to be used by leadership in case of

Fresh air
Theo Luycx

Window View, Salzburg. Creator: Tom Artin
Window View, Salzburg

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"Breathing Life into History: Exploring the Art of Ventilation" Ventilation, a vital aspect of our daily lives, has played a significant role in various historical settings. From the depths of Wyndham Colliery in Nantymoel and Ogmore Vale, South Wales to the grandeur of SS Orsova in 1909, it has been instrumental in ensuring safety and comfort. In the heart of coal mining regions like South Wales, ventilation systems were meticulously designed to combat hazardous conditions. The engraving depicting Coal showcases the intricate network that allowed miners to breathe freely amidst challenging circumstances. Moving beyond mines, even urban landscapes benefited from effective ventilation techniques. Salford's Cromwell statue stands tall alongside an air vent, symbolizing how cities like Manchester prioritized fresh air circulation for their inhabitants' well-being. The visionary David Boswell Reid revolutionized ventilation practices during his time. His contributions can be witnessed at Tudor Summerhouse where innovative designs merged functionality with aesthetic appeal. Even luxurious spaces such as staterooms aboard RMS Olympic featured meticulous attention to detail when it came to ventilation grilles with frames. These elegant fixtures ensured passengers enjoyed a refreshing atmosphere while sailing across vast oceans. Delving deeper into mining history reveals fascinating insights into how mines were ventilated. Danebower Colliery provides a glimpse into this world where advanced systems protected workers from suffocating environments deep underground. Beyond land-based structures, engineering marvels like Queensway Mersey Tunnel showcased groundbreaking approaches towards maintaining optimal airflow within tunnels - an essential factor for safe transportation infrastructure development. As we explore these captivating glimpses into history through the lens of ventilation, let us not forget nature's own remarkable mechanisms. A Nile Crocodile basking onshore with its mouth wide open reminds us that even animals rely on natural means of circulating air through their habitats for survival. From industrial sites to architectural wonders and natural ecosystems alike, proper ventilation has always been a cornerstone of human progress.