World Collection (page 10)

JAPAN (C19th).City of Edo, crossed by Toniak river. Engraving. Private Collection
CUL4866074 JAPAN (C19th).City of Edo, crossed by Toniak river. Engraving. Private Collection by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: JAPAN (C19th).City of Edo, crossed by Toniak river. Engraving

Moravia woman, 1879 (engraving)
CUL4854094 Moravia woman, 1879 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Moravia woman. 1879. Engraving. Private Collection.); Photo © JBP/AIC.

Moldovan woman, 1879 (engraving)
CUL4854086 Moldovan woman, 1879 (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Moldovan woman. 1879. Engraving. Private Collection.); Photo © JBP/AIC.

Spain. Carlist Wars. Cavalry from Aragon. Album of the Carlist troops of Aragon (engraving)
CUL4936482 Spain. Carlist Wars. Cavalry from Aragon. Album of the Carlist troops of Aragon (engraving); (add.info.: Spain. Carlist Wars)

CABRERA Y GRINO, Ramon (1806-1877). Spanish Carlist military man (engraving)
CUL4936468 CABRERA Y GRINO, Ramon (1806-1877). Spanish Carlist military man (engraving); (add.info.: Guides of Aragon. Picture from 'Album de tropas carlistas de Aragon' Private Collection)

World map of a flat earth, printed by Beatus Rhenanus (Bild aus Rheinau), early 1500 s
NWI4901273 World map of a flat earth, printed by Beatus Rhenanus (Bild aus Rheinau), early 1500 s.; (add.info.: World map of a flat earth, printed by Beatus Rhenanus (Bild aus Rheinau)

Meteorology, World Isothermal Lines. In "Dictionnaire universel d'Histoire naturelle" by Mr
JAB5036768 Meteorology, World Isothermal Lines. In "Dictionnaire universel d'Histoire naturelle" by Mr. Charles D'Orbigny, 1841-1849.; (add.info.: Meteorology)

Crown Prince Wilhelm of Germany in his car on a French road occupied by Germans during WWI
3502702 Crown Prince Wilhelm of Germany in his car on a French road occupied by Germans during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century

Belgian soldiers defending the sandbagged Willebrock Canal from the advancing Germans during WWI
3502696 Belgian soldiers defending the sandbagged Willebrock Canal from the advancing Germans during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century

The famous motor cycle corps of Liege, Belgium defend a farm from the advancing Germans in 1914
3502693 The famous motor cycle corps of Liege, Belgium defend a farm from the advancing Germans in 1914, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: The famous motor cycle corps of Liege)

The first of the wounded during WWI, seen here at the French port of Le Havre
3502690 The first of the wounded during WWI, seen here at the French port of Le Havre, being invalided for wounds back to Britain, from The Pageant of the Century

A draft of men board the train in Hounslow, England en route for the front, which in 1914 was Belgium
3502689 A draft of men board the train in Hounslow, England en route for the front, which in 1914 was Belgium, from The Pageant of the Century

Invading German cavalry in Brussels during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, pub.1915
3502680 Invading German cavalry in Brussels during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, pub.1915; (add.info.: Invading German cavalry in Brussels during WWI)

Map of the fortified Franco-German frontier between Belgium and Switzerland during World War One
3502816 Map of the fortified Franco-German frontier between Belgium and Switzerland during World War One, from The History of the Great War, pub.c

The German submarine U-155 on display in St, Katherine docks, London, England at the end of World War One
3502803 The German submarine U-155 on display in St, Katherine docks, London, England at the end of World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

A broken German army stop for food and re-organisation on their retreat through Belgium at the end of World War One
3502793 A broken German army stop for food and re-organisation on their retreat through Belgium at the end of World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

The Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe British single-seat biplane fighter of the Royal Air Force, RAF, during World War One
3502789 The Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe British single-seat biplane fighter of the Royal Air Force, RAF, during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

German soldiers using a Minenwerfer or mine launcher in no man's land during World War One
3502779 German soldiers using a Minenwerfer or mine launcher in no man's land during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One
3502770 Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: Women working as porters)

Bulgarian officers of the newly formed army of Tsar Ferdinand of Bulgaria, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934
3502760 Bulgarian officers of the newly formed army of Tsar Ferdinand of Bulgaria, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info)

Austrian soldiers using a 305 mm, mortar during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934
3502758 Austrian soldiers using a 305 mm, mortar during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: Austrian soldiers using a 305 mm, mortar during World War One)

French soldiers at Verdun, France block the road and check all passing vehicles for contents
3502748 French soldiers at Verdun, France block the road and check all passing vehicles for contents and destination during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

A Nottingham factory during World War One which made shell baskets in which projectiles were packed for safe transport
3502741 A Nottingham factory during World War One which made shell baskets in which projectiles were packed for safe transport, from The Pageant of the Century

Zouave soldiers in typical Moroccan dress during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934
3502738 Zouave soldiers in typical Moroccan dress during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: Zouave soldiers in typical Moroccan dress during World War One)

An operation on a horse in a special veterinary hospital established by the A.V.C, during WWI
3502715 An operation on a horse in a special veterinary hospital established by the A.V.C, during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century

The charge of the Belgian lancers at The Battle of Haelen or Halen, also known as the Battle of the Silver Helmets
3502834 The charge of the Belgian lancers at The Battle of Haelen or Halen, also known as the Battle of the Silver Helmets, 12 August, 1914 during World War One, from The History of the Great War

Medieval 10th century World map by Estakhri
3507857 Medieval 10th century World map by Estakhri; (add.info.: Medieval 10th century World map by Abu Ishaq Ibrahim ibn Muhammad al-Farisi al Istakhri (Estakhri)

Map showing the expansion of the white races throughout the world
3521940 Map showing the expansion of the white races throughout the world; (add.info.: Map showing the expansion of the white races throughout the world)

Elves and fairies playing and feasting on a fuchsia plant with butterflies
FLO4614966 Elves and fairies playing and feasting on a fuchsia plant with butterflies. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

An elf kisses a fairy princess 'hair after serenading her on a lute by moonlight
FLO4614903 An elf kisses a fairy princess 'hair after serenading her on a lute by moonlight. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Fairies dressing baby-elves in capes and hats. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by
FLO4614883 Fairies dressing baby-elves in capes and hats. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Fairy hiding from an elf behind a toadstool. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by
FLO4614870 Fairy hiding from an elf behind a toadstool. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland, a series of Pictures from the Elf World

Parade of elves and fairies in the train of the elf king. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an
FLO4614826 Parade of elves and fairies in the train of the elf king. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

The elf prince offers a crown and other precious gifts to the wayward fairy
FLO4614713 The elf prince offers a crown and other precious gifts to the wayward fairy. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Chinese deities in three classes, with portraits of Lauzi, Amitabha Buddha (Fo) and Confucius, and gods of war, earth
FLO4622397 Chinese deities in three classes, with portraits of Lauzi, Amitabha Buddha (Fo) and Confucius, and gods of war, earth, water, stone, and philosophers

Don Martin Enriquez de Almanza
3253042 Don Martin Enriquez de Almanza; (add.info.: Don Martin Enriquez de Almanza, c.1510-c.1583. Spanish politician, fourth viceroy of New Spain and sixth viceroy of Peru)

British Royal Engineers killed whilst attempting to light the fuse and blow up a bridge, River Aisne at Soissons
3252917 British Royal Engineers killed whilst attempting to light the fuse and blow up a bridge, River Aisne at Soissons, France

Stretcher bearers giving aid to a soldier lying wounded in a trench on The Somme, France during World War I (litho)
3252800 Stretcher bearers giving aid to a soldier lying wounded in a trench on The Somme, France during World War I (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Cossack who had been taken prisoner by the Germans during WWI (litho)
3252910 A Cossack who had been taken prisoner by the Germans during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cossack who had been taken prisoner by the Germans during WWI remounts his horse to)

Two wounded Irish dragoons hold off the enemy at a farmhouse after the retreat from Mons (litho)
3252908 Two wounded Irish dragoons hold off the enemy at a farmhouse after the retreat from Mons (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

HMS Arethusa leading the British fleet and sinking German ships during Battle of Heligoland Bight in the North Sea
3252896 HMS Arethusa leading the British fleet and sinking German ships during Battle of Heligoland Bight in the North Sea during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Mons in 1914 (litho)
3252867 The Battle of Mons in 1914 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Mons, 1914. The famous stirrup charge of the Gordons and the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, who)

A Gurkha, Indian allies during World War One, creeps up on an unsuspecting German sentry (litho)
3252866 A Gurkha, Indian allies during World War One, creeps up on an unsuspecting German sentry (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Gurkha, Indian allies during World War One)

Map showing the eastern area of the great war (litho)
3252865 Map showing the eastern area of the great war (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map showing the eastern area of the great war)

Irish Guards beat back a German cavalry charge with bayonets during WWI (litho)
3252855 Irish Guards beat back a German cavalry charge with bayonets during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irish Guards beat back a German cavalry charge with bayonets during WWI)

British soldiers waist deep in flooded trenches whilst fighting the First Battle of the Aisne
3252854 British soldiers waist deep in flooded trenches whilst fighting the First Battle of the Aisne, France during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

French infantry launch a surprise night attack on German heavy guns during WWI (litho)
3252849 French infantry launch a surprise night attack on German heavy guns during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Zeppelin ZV forced to land due to damage from ground fire by the Russian cavalry after an attack on Mlawa
3252927 The Zeppelin ZV forced to land due to damage from ground fire by the Russian cavalry after an attack on Mlawa, Poland (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

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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.