World Collection

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The Hereford Mappa Mundi of 1280 - Jerusalem is at the center, Europe lower left, Africa lower right. Printed color halftone reproduction 19th century

Al-Idrisis world map, 1154
Al-Idrisis world map. This world map, known as the Tabula Rogeriana, dates from 1154, and is orientated with North at bottom

Coast at Claddaghduff with Omey Island, Connemara, County Galway, Republic of Ireland, Europe

The ancient church of St Moluag in Lewis, Scotland
The 12th-century church of St Moluag in Eoropaidh. This is in Lewis in the Western Isles, Scotland

Blue map of USA and the Caribbean sea
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Sunset at Uluru, Ayers Rock, Australia
Sunset at Uluru, Ayers Rock, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

MAP: BRITISH EMPIRE, 1886. Map, 1886, of the British Empire by Walter Crane. The small insert shows, in red, the extent of the British territories in 1786

The Tabula Rogeriana, drawn by al-Idrisi for Roger II of Sicily in 1154, an important ancient world map

NAPOLEON CARTOON, 1805. The Plumb-pudding in danger; - or State Epicures taking un Petit Souper. Satirical etching, 1805, by James Gillray a propos of a peace overture from Napoleon

1768, James Craig Map of New Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, First Plan of New Town, topography
1768, James Craig Map of New Town, Edinburgh, Scotland, First Plan of New Town

17th century world map
World map, published around 1664 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Dutch mapmaker Joan Blaeu (c.1599- 1673). The Latin title is Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula

1794, Delisle Map of Southern Ancient Greece, Greeks Isles, and Crete, topography
1794, Delisle Map of Southern Ancient Greece, Greeks Isles, and Crete

Earth from space, satellite image
Earth from space. Satellite image showing North and South America as seen from 35, 000 kilometres above the Earths surface. North is at top and the Moon is at upper right

Whole Earth at night, satellite image
Whole Earth map at night, satellite image. Here, Africa is seen at centre. City lights (yellow) of increasing intensity show areas of increasing population

The Mappa Mundi of Fra Mauro, a Camaldolese monk from the monastery of San Michele in Murano, 1459
ALI75764 The Mappa Mundi of Fra Mauro, a Camaldolese monk from the monastery of San Michele in Murano, 1459 by Italian School, (15th century); Palazzo Ducale, Venice, Italy; Alinari

On war Service for Thomas Oxley Ltd, Shiloh Wheel, Stanley Street, 1914
An elephant and two camels doing Government Work for Messrs.. Oxley Ltd of Sheffield. A load consisting of three heavy boilers is being drawn along with comparative ease

Oronce Fines world map, 1531
Oronce Fines world map. Map of the worlds northern and southern hemispheres by the French mathematician and cartographer Oronce Fine (1494-1555)

Europe at night, satellite image. City lights (yellow) show areas of dense population. There are few lights in North Africa (bottom) and the Arctic (top) since they are more sparsely populated

1886, Telescopic View and Map of the Moon, topography, cartography, geography, land
1886, Telescopic View and Map of the Moon

Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) on a plant, sunbathing

The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters. An American cartoon from 1882 depicting John Bull (England)
IMPERIALISM CARTOON, 1882. The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters. An American cartoon from 1882 depicting John Bull (England) as the octopus of imperialism grabbing land on every continent

STRABO WORLD MAP, c20 A. D. According to the writings of the Greek geographer Strabo
STRABO WORLD MAP, c20 A.D. According to the writings of the Greek geographer Strabo: a 19th century reconstruction

Charles Darwin, British naturalist
Charles Darwin (1809-1882), British naturalist. Darwin had briefly studied medicine and then trained in the clergy, but his interest was in natural history

North America at night, satellite image
Africa at night. Satellite image of the Earth at night, set against a background of stars, centred on the continent of Africa. North is at top. City lights (yellow) show areas of dense population

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. This whole Earth map is centred on the Greenwich meridian, at zero degrees latitude

White pelicans at Walvis Bay in Namibia
Two white pelicans at peace near the seashore at Walvis Bay in Namibia

WORLD MAP, 11th CENTURY. The Cottonian or Anglo-Saxon World Map

The beach at Alvor, Portugal
A colourful beach scene at the seaside town of Alvor. This is a town in the Algarve in Portugal

Firefighters standing by during the Blitz, London in WWII LFB150
Firefighters standing by during the Blitz, London -- in the early hours of the morning, after a night of bombing

Bomb damage in Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, WW2
Panoramic view of extensive bomb damage in Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, Kent, 14 November 1944, with ambulances ready to remove casualties from the scene

VESPUCCIs WORLD MAP, 1526. Juan Vespuccis world map, 1526

Cave of Plato, Jan Saenredam, Cornelis Cornelisz. van Haarlem, 1604

The beach at Alvor, Portugal
A colourful beach scene at the seaside town of Alvor. This is a town in the Algarve in Portugal

BMW S1000RR
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Bomb damage in Kilgour Road, SE London, WW2
Panoramic view of bomb damage in Kilgour Road, SE London, 18 November 1944. Rubble and debris can be seen on both sides of the road

Bomb damage and crater, Petherton Road, London, WW2
Panoramic view of extensive bomb damage and a crater in Petherton Road, North London, 2 July 1944. A salvage operation took place, pumping out flooded basements

WORLD MAP. Pre-Christian era, c450 B. C. according to the writings of Herodotus
WORLD MAP. Pre-Christian era, c450 B.C. according to the writings of Herodotus. A 19th century reconstruction

16th century world map
World map, published around 1565 in Venice, Italy, by Italian mapmaker Ferando Bertelli. The title of the map: Universale Descrittione di Tutta la Terra Conosciuta Fin Qui

Sisyphus (chromolitho)
975904 Sisyphus (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sisyphus. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Seven Mile Beach, George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

map of the world 1882
map of the world - 1882

Sunset at Uluru, Ayers Rock, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Central Croatia
Proclaimed Croatias first national park. It has exceptional natural beauty and was added onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979

Ordnance Survey map of north Sheffield copied by the Germans, and marked with bombing targets
Original at Sheffield Local Studiess 26 M/4

Map of the world, 1720
(Original Caption) 18th century map of the world. Published in Paris in 1720, this French map shows the known world, including the new lands that had been discovered in the preceding centuries by

Lascaux cave painting, Bordeaux, France (photo)
KW1078074 Lascaux cave painting, Bordeaux, France (photo); (add.info.: Bordeaux, Gironde Department, Aquitaine, France. Exact facsimile of a painting from the Lascaux cave exhibited in the Musee d)

Sika deer, Spotted Deer or Japanese Deer (Cervus nippon), stag

Silhouettes on the U Bein Bridge at sunset, Amarapura, Myanmar
People crossing the U Bein Bridge across the Taungthaman Lake at sunset in Amarapura, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma) believed to be the oldest and longest teakwood bridge in the world

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"Exploring the Vastness: A Journey through the World" Embarking on a historical voyage, we delve into the depths of time with Al-Idrisi's world map from 1154. This ancient cartographic masterpiece unveils the intricate knowledge and curiosity that shaped our understanding of the world. As dusk descends upon Uluru, Ayers Rock in Australia, nature paints a breathtaking canvas with hues of orange and pink. The sunset at this sacred site reminds us of Earth's awe-inspiring beauty and its ability to captivate our senses. Traveling back to 1886, we uncover Walter Crane's map showcasing the vast expanse of the British Empire. It serves as a reminder of an era when nations sought to expand their influence across continents, leaving lasting imprints on history. In Namibia's Walvis Bay, white pelicans gracefully glide over shimmering waters. Their presence symbolizes harmony within nature and highlights how diverse ecosystems coexist harmoniously in different corners of our planet. The scars left by war are etched into Brampton Road in Bexleyheath from World War II bombings. These remnants serve as poignant reminders that peace is fragile and must be cherished above all else. A satirical cartoon by James Gillray takes us back to 1805 when Napoleon Bonaparte attempted peace negotiations with British Prime Minister William Pitt. Depicting them carving up the world like plumb pudding, it humorously portrays political power struggles amidst global affairs. Revving engines echo as BMW S1000RR motorcycles race against time, embodying human innovation and pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible – reminding us that progress knows no bounds. Al-Idrisi's Tabula Rogeriana transports us further back to medieval times when maps were meticulously hand-drawn for Sicilian King Roger II. This remarkable piece showcases early geographical knowledge while highlighting cultural exchange between civilizations.