Restoration Collection (#7)

UK, England, Manchester, Deansgate, 1761 Bridgewater Canal –the
UK, England, Manchester, Deansgate, 1761 Bridgewater Canal - the worlds first true canal system, in the background is the Beetham Tower also known as the Hilton Tower

UK, England, Manchester, The museum of science and industry in the disused Liverpool Road Station

UK, England, Manchester, View of Deansgate, Railwaybridge and viaduct over the Bridgewater Canal

Seen from a bird's eye perspective, the impressive Panther Creek Falls flows through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington

Scots pines (Pinus sylvestris) in winter, Abernethy NNR, Cairngorms NP, Scotland, UK, December 2011

Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306312 Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in 1660s by George Vernon;); © Country Life

The cupola, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306317 The cupola, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in 1660s by George Vernon;); © Country Life

Plans, Chateau de Chinon, Indre-et-Loire, France
Plans for the restoration of the logis royaux or royal appartments, 1812, in the collection of the Chateau de Chinon or Forteresse royale de Chinon, Indre-et-Loire, France

Renoir home, Essoyes, Aube, France
Family home of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Children's prison, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte
Children's prison (centre) and workshops (right), (the abbey functioned as a prison from 1804 when it was converted by Napoleon), at the Abbaye de Clairvaux, or Clairvaux Abbey

Chapel, Clairvaux Abbey, Ville-sous-la-Ferte, Aube, France
Refectory, built 1774, converted in 1813 to a chapel for prisoners (the abbey functioned as a prison from 1804 when it was converted by Napoleon), restored 2013-15, at the Abbaye de Clairvaux

Desk, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Desk with letters and notebooks, in the bedroom of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne

Bedroom, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Bedroom of Aline, model and wife of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, and native of Essoyes, in his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes

Kitchen, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Kitchen of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Lounge, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Workshop lounge, a room in an attached barn used 1897-1906 by Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes

Crate, Garden studio, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Wooden crate used to transport paintings, with label, in the studio of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in the garden of his family home

Garden studio, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Studio of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in the garden of his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Family home of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Wheelchair, Home of Renoir, Essoyes, Aube, France
Wheelchair used by Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, displayed in his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, in Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Renoir studio, Essoyes, Aube, France
Studio of Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir, 1841-1919, in the garden of his family home, restored and opened to the public in 2017, in Essoyes, Champagne, Aube, Grand Est, France

Ockhams, Edenbridge
A pair of photographs showing the exterior garden and entrance fronts of Ockhams, a house at Edenbridge, restoration works were designed by architect Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott. Date: early 1900s

Ockhams, Edenbridge, Interiors
A pair of photographs showing the hall fireplace and drawing room of Ockhams, a house at Edenbridge, restoration works were designed by architect Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott. Date: early 1900s

Old Surrey Hall, Dormansland, End Wall
An architectural drawing showing the detail of the end wall in Old Surrey Hall, Dormansland, with intent for restoration works. Date: early 1900s

Welwyn Church Proposed New Tower
An architectural drawing which proposes some restoration work and the erection of a new tower at Welwyn Church, Hertfordshire

Coldstream Guards, first meeting with King Charles II
The Coldstream Guards first meeting with King Charles II on the restoration of the monarchy Date: 1660

RMS Olympic - cast iron deck bench
RMS Olympic - rare original cast iron deck bench of the style seen on both Olympic and Titanic. The bench is in original condition with period skits and will benefit from restoration

RMS Olympic - First Class lounge window, ex White Star Memories and Cobwebs. Although in need of some restoration, the window retains its original catches and period patina. 31.5 x 74.5 inches

Restoration of H Ms Victory
Restoration of the HMS Victory in Portsmouth. H Ms Repulse can be seen in the background. HMS Victory is a 104-gun first-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, ordered in 1758

Jewel Tower repair Date: 1925

The remains of the animal the Mylodon
Five separate images showing the remains of the animal the Mylodon. Mylodon is an extinct genus of ground sloths that lived in South America; Patagonia

St. Albans Abbey, Restored, Interior
An interior view of the newly restored St. Albans Abbey, 1885. We see a service being given in the restored Nave. This followed revelations earlier in the century that the Cathedral was in dire need

St. Albans Abbey, Restored, Exterior
An exterior view of the newly restored St. Albans Abbey, 1885. This followed revelations earlier in the century that the Cathedral was in dire need of urgent and extensive repairs. Date: 1885

The Grand State Salt Cellar, Tower of London
The Grand State Salt Cellar of the Tower of London. Also known as the Salt of State or the Exeter Salt, it was presented to Charles II for his Restoration banquet in 1660

The New Council Chamber, Guildhall, London
The new council chamber at the Guildhall, London. The administrative centre of the City of London has stood since 1411. The building was damaged by the Great Fire of London in 1666

Segismundo Moret y Prendergast (1838-1913). Politician
Segismundo Moret y Prendergast (1838-1913). Spanish politician. Spain, Madrid. Banquet of the Partido Democratico-Monarquico in the Theater of La Alhambra, November 14, 1881

Journey of the King and Queen of Spain to Galicia (August 9, 1881). Galicia, La Coruna province, Ferrol. The corvette Tornado, leading to King Alfonso XII and Queen Maria Cristina

Spain, Madrid. Royal Palace. Ceremony of imposing the insignia of the Cross of the Victory to the Princess of Asturias, on the April 9, 1881

North American AT-6D Harvard III 1657 (msn 88-15056), of the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton. (Ex Portuguese AF 1657)

Messerschmitt Me 262A T2-4012 - White 9
Messerschmitt Me 262A-1a/U3 T2-4012 / White 9 (W.Nr.500453), at the Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino, CA. (currently, 2021, under restoration to fly using original Jumo 004 engines). Date: circa 1980

Heinkel He 111 H-20 WerkNummer 701152
Heinkel He 111 H-20/R1 WerkNummer 701152, a troop-carrying version seen before restoration for display at the RAF Museum Hendon, London marked as NT+SL

A man dressed as Charles II, or at least somebody who looks very like him. Date: c. 1910
A man dressed as Charles II, or at least somebody who looks very like him. Date: c.1910

FRENCH OFFICERS IN TEXAS
After the defeat of Napoleon, general Lallemand, condemned to death at the restoration, goes with other officers to Texas where he founds a colony of exiles run on spartan lines Date: 1816

The Long Gallery, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306316 The Long Gallery, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The ground floor Saloon, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306313 The ground floor Saloon, Sudbury Hall, Derbyshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The east front, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306315 The east front, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in 1660s by George Vernon;); © Country Life

The gatehouse under repair, Little Moreton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306267 The gatehouse under repair, Little Moreton Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Lindbridge, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311836 Lindbridge, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

View from the Queen's Room, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306314 View from the Queen's Room, Sudbury Hall, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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"Restoration: A Journey Through Time and Beauty" Step into the world as we explore the captivating hints of history and craftsmanship. From Al-Idrisi's remarkable world map in 1154 to the iconic MG MGC Roadster, Britain's automotive heritage shines through time. In 1854, Crystal Palace unveiled its majestic dinosaurs sculpted by Baxter, transporting us back to a prehistoric era. The whimsical Punch Dinosaurs at Crystal Palace in 1855 added a touch of humor to this ancient spectacle. The Austin Seven and Austin-Healey 3000 Pat Moss represent British engineering excellence, reminding us of an era when cars were crafted with passion and precision. The Cutty Sark gracefully sails through our imagination as we envision her grandeur in 1923. Restorations have preserved her beauty for generations to come. Delve into the depths of history with British prehistoric marine reptiles from 1862. These fascinating creatures offer glimpses into a long-lost world beneath the waves. Citroen Traction Avant Light 15 takes us on a nostalgic ride through time, showcasing French elegance combined with innovative design elements. Alastair Cumming's portrayal in Peter Greenaway's "The Draughtsman's Contract" (1982) reminds us that restoration is not limited to objects but also encompasses artistry and storytelling. Discover The Wealden - an enchanting place where restorations breathe new life into Crystal Palace Park. Immerse yourself in its charm as you witness history being revived before your eyes. Lastly, let us marvel at the timeless allure of dinosaurs and pterosaurs from 1862. These magnificent creatures continue to captivate our imaginations while reminding us of nature's enduring power. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate restoration – preserving treasures from different eras so they may continue to inspire generations yet unborn.