Water Well Collection

The Running Well Teahouse, Otsu, from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (colour woodblock print)
1766548 The Running Well Teahouse, Otsu, from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido (colour woodblock print) by Hiroshige

Title page and opening page from the Kelmscott Press edition of
985837 Title page and opening page from the Kelmscott Press edition of The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer, 1896 (woodcut on vellum) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98) & Morris

Old well with Le Chateau de la Marthonie in the background, St. Jean de Cole, Dordogne, France, Europe

Well, 2nd half of 19th century. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Well, 2nd half of 19th century. From a collection of 239 drawings and illustrations which include drawings of artifacts from archaeological finds in the territory of West Siberia, sketches of nature

"The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Creator: W Thomas
"The Day Dream", by J. Hill, in the Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1862. Engraving of a painting

India, Rajasthan, Jaipur, Amber, Amber Fort

Montgomery, Alabama, USA fountain and downtown cityscape at twilight

Water well, Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy

Water well in the historic village of Montepulciano, Italy

Advertisement for Peek Freans Biscuits, late 19th century

Scenic view of a square with water well of stone (vera da pozzo), Venice, Veneto, Italy

Scenic view of a courtyard with water well of stone (vera da pozzo), Venice, Veneto, Italy

India, Rajasthan, Jaipure, Amber, traditional old Step Well

Water Well, Sienna, Tuscany, Italy

Plaza of Costilla, near the Colorado line, New Mexico, 1943. Creator: John Collier
Plaza of Costilla, near the Colorado line, New Mexico. Photo shows the plaza of Costilla, New Mexico, on the east side of Route 522. [Adobe houses; well in foreground]

Faro Caudill drawing water from his well, Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
Faro Caudill drawing water from his well, Pie Town, New Mexico

Rebecca and Eliezer at the Well, ca. 1542-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Rebecca and Eliezer at the Well, ca. 1542-45

Note on rural life, near Rochester, Thurston County, western Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Note on rural life. Near Rochester, Thurston County, western Washington

Kytta family, FSA borrowers on non-commercial experiment, Michigan Hill, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Kytta family, Farm Security Administration (FSA) borrowers on non-commercial experiment, build a well. Michigan Hill, Thurston County, western Washington. See general caption number 36

Children in large private bean pickers camp, near West Stayton, Marion County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Oregon, Marion County, near West Stayton. Children in large private bean pickers camp. Pickers came from many states, from Oklahoma to North Dakota

Possibly: Kytta family, FSA borrowers on non-commercial experiment, Michigan Hill, Washington, 1939
[Untitled, possibly related to: Kytta family, Farm Security Administration (FSA) borrowers on non-commercial experiment, build a well. Michigan Hill, Thurston County, western Washington

Possibly: Noontime chores, Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled, possibly related to: Noontime chores. Mules are brought in from the field and watered at well across the road from the house. Granville County, North Carolina

Noontime chores, Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Noontime chores. Mules are brought in from the field and watered at well across the road from the house. Granville County, North Carolina

Mrs. Soper with youngest child at the well, Willow creek area, Malheur County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Mrs. Soper with youngest child at the well. Willow creek area, Malheur County, Oregon

Well in the Hyrcanian Desert, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Well in the Hyrcanian Desert, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Well, (etching and aquatint, printed in colours)
1195018 The Well, (etching and aquatint, printed in colours) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 42x28 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

A Light Breeze, Biot, Provence, (oil on canvas)
1199628 A Light Breeze, Biot, Provence, (oil on canvas) by Glehn, Wilfred Gabriel de (1870-1951); 54.6x69.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

S Omer, Strasbourg, 1833. Creator: Samuel Prout
S Omer, Strasbourg, 1833

The Well, 1845. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
The Well, 1845

Nuremberg, 1833. Creator: Samuel Prout
Nuremberg, 1833

Modern parody of the well-curb episode from "Tales of Ise", c. 1766
Modern parody of the well-curb episode from " Tales of Ise", c. 1766

Parody of the Well Curb Story from the Tales of Ise, c. 1789/1801. Creator: Hosoda Eishi
Parody of the Well Curb Story from the Tales of Ise, c. 1789/1801

The First Month (Mutsuki), from the series "Fashionable Twelve Seasons
The First Month (Mutsuki), from the series " Fashionable Twelve Seasons (Furyu juni kiko)", c. 1779

First Love (Hatsu koi), a parody of the well-curb episode of the "Tales of Ise"
First Love (Hatsu koi), a parody of the well-curb episode of the " Tales of Ise", c. 1766/67

The Seventh Month, from the series The Twelve Months by Two Artists (Ryoga juni ko), n. d
The Seventh Month, from the series The Twelve Months by Two Artists (Ryoga juni ko), n.d

Doing the Laundry by the Well Curb (Idobata no sentaku to araihari), c. 1795

Rebecca and Eliezer at the Well, from Landscapes with Old and New Testament Scenes and Hunting Scenes, 1584

Woman at a Well, 1842. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
Woman at a Well, 1842

Peasant House with Pond, 1845. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
Peasant House with Pond, 1845

Well in a Farm Courtyard, 1845. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
Well in a Farm Courtyard, 1845

Two Ladies Converse at a Step-Well (Baoli) in a Walled Garden, 18th century

Rectangular Wellhead, Han dynasty (206 B. C. -A. D. 220), 1st century B. C. / A. D
Rectangular Wellhead, Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 220), 1st century B.C./A.D

Woman Standing Over a Well, Northern Wei Dynasty (386-535), early 6th century; with later restorations

Wellhead with Dragon Heads, Eastern Han dynasty (A. D. 25-220). Creator: Unknown
Wellhead with Dragon Heads, Eastern Han dynasty (A.D. 25-220)

Wellhead with Water Bucket, Eastern Han dynasty (A. D. 25-220). Creator: Unknown
Wellhead with Water Bucket, Eastern Han dynasty (A.D. 25-220)

Wellhead with Roosters, Han dynasty (206 B. C. -A. D. 220), 1st century B. C. / A. D
Wellhead with Roosters, Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 220), 1st century B.C./A.D

Toy Bank: Dutch Girl at Well, 1938. Creator: Charles Moss
Toy Bank: Dutch Girl at Well, 1938

Christ and the Woman of Samaria, 1500 / 05. Creator: Perugino
Christ and the Woman of Samaria, 1500/05

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"Discovering the Essence of Life: The Water Well" Step into the enchanting world of water wells, where history and culture intertwine to quench our thirst for knowledge. From the vibrant colors of "The Running Well Teahouse, Otsu" to the timeless elegance of the Kelmscott Press edition's title page, these captivating images transport us through time. In St. Jean de Cole, a picturesque village comes alive as an old well stands proudly against the backdrop of Le Chateau de la Marthonie. Its presence reminds us of a bygone era when wells were not only sources of sustenance but also symbols of community unity. Venice beckons with its scenic views adorned by stone water wells known as vera da pozzo. Whether in a bustling square or within a tranquil courtyard, these architectural marvels serve as reminders that even in this floating city, access to clean water has always been essential. Journeying further east to Jaipur's Amber Fort in Rajasthan, India, we encounter traditional step wells that have stood tall for centuries. These intricate structures not only provided life-giving water but also served as gathering places for social interactions and spiritual contemplation. From Italy's Sienna to New Mexico's Plaza Costilla and Pie Town, we witness how water wells have shaped communities across continents. They become meeting points where stories are shared and connections are forged amidst their humble surroundings. Artistic depictions take us back in time; Leon Davent's masterpiece "Rebecca and Eliezer at the Well" transports us to biblical times when love blossomed near these vital sources. Meanwhile, vintage advertisements like Peek Freans Biscuits remind us that even commercial endeavors found inspiration from these age-old symbols. Water wells stand as silent witnesses to our collective journey through time—a testament to human ingenuity and resilience. As we draw inspiration from their rich history and cultural significance today let us remember that the essence of life flows freely from these humble sources.