Angles Collection (#7)

As green as grass !
Huib Limberg

Gionitus. Inventor of Astronomy, (1334-1336). The exagonal p
Gionitus. Inventor of Astronomy, (1334-1336). From the workshop of Andrea Pisano. The exagonal panels of the campanille of Florence Cathedral. Italy

Roof tiles of the Old Town Bridge Tower in Prague, Czech Republic

Chromolithograph Devotional Card - Saint Gerald Majella
Chromolithograph Devotional Card depicting Saint Gerard Majella (1726-1755) - an Italian lay brother of the Congregation of the Redeemer, better known as the Redemptorists

Men sleeping rough on the embankment, London, 1910
Men who have not been able to get into a night shelter are sleeping rough on a bench on the embankment in London. A flashlight reveals their sleeping forms bent at awkward angles in an effort to find

Emperor Constantine Copronymous Burned Invisible Fire
Artokoloro

Dancer Adjusting Slipper 1873 Graphite heightened
Artokoloro

Adoration of the Shepherds, 1642 (oil on canvas)
XIR897865 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1642 (oil on canvas) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); Museo Nazionale di San Martino, Naples, Italy; (add.info.: Adoration des bergers ); Italian, out of copyright

The Body of Christ carried by Angels (oil on canvas)
XIR895762 The Body of Christ carried by Angels (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, (Ferdinand Victor) Eugene (1798-1863) (attr. to); Private Collection; (add.info)

Veil : Engine Ruled Lines, Crossed at Right Angles
" Veil" : Engine Ruled Lines, Crossed at Right Angles; William Henry Fox Talbot, British, 1800 - 1877; possibly July 29

Fishermen on the fjord, VestvAzAagAzAŝy, Lofoten, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

New York, USA - Wall Street with Sub Treasury Building. Date: 1930s

Method of measuring angles with a cross-staff. From Edmund Gunter The Description and Use of the Sector, London, 1636 (1st edition 1626). Engraving

Richard II (1367-1400) King of England 1377-99, with his patron saints St Edmund (841-70) king of East Angles and of Suffolk martyred for refusing to give up Christian faith when captured by Danes

Surveying: Top: measuring angles using a quadrant. Bottom: obtaining levels and altitudes using Hulsiuss planimeter. From Levinus Hulsius Instrumentorum Mechanicorum, Frankfort-am-Main, 1605

Wollastons reflecting goniometer for measuring the angles of crystals. William Hyde Wollaston (1766-1828)Wood engraving 1874

Harold II (c1022-1066) Nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor. Harold killed by Norman arrow at Battle of Hastings 1066. Colour-printed wood engraving 1864

Saturn. Diagram of Saturn and its orbit and altering appearance of its rings from different angles. From Christiaan Huyghens Systema Saturnium, Leyden, 1659

A fossilised sea lily, Hemicrinus canon (Seeley), which had arms set at right angles to its spoon-shaped cup. It lived in shallow, turbulent waters

SRI LANKA. Anuradhapura. Ruvanveli Dagoba (161-137)

Angle illusion. The red angle marked on the left appears to be larger than the red angle on the right. In fact they are the same size

Rainbow optics, historical artwork
Formation of a rainbow, coloured historical artwork. The diagram shows the paths of two beams of light from the Sun (top left corner)

Theodolite. A theodolite is an engineering instrument used for measuring both horizontal and vertical angles

Mathematical universe, conceptual artwork

17th Century solar eclipse diagram. Woodcut depiction of the solar eclipse of 2nd October 1605. Published in Astronomicus by Elias de Molerie (1607)

17th Century astronomical diagram, entitled thorica mercurii. Published in Astronomicus by Elias de Molerie (1607)

Scientific equipment, historical artwork
Scientific equipment. Historical artwork of a range of equipment used for scientific measurements and drawings. At centre left is a hydrostatic balance

Trigonometry calculator, 17th century
Trigonometry calculator. Part of a device designed for trigonometric calculations. This object was described in Mathematici tractatus duo nuper germanice edited by Johannes Faulhaber

Lead, SEM
Lead, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Lead is a heavy, soft, ductile metal. It is used in building technology, batteries and bullets

Lead oxide crystals on lead, SEM
Lead oxide crystals, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Lead is a heavy, soft, ductile metal that, under normal conditions, does not react with water

An angle in the Canal at Empire, Panama Canal

Spain Zaragoza
(aka Saragossa) The famous Leaning Tower. (We have other engravings showing it leaning at other angles, if this one doesn t suit you; but this is probably the most accurate)

Broadcasting a violin recital with sound and vision. Two television cameras record the performer from different angles. The microphone is suspended to obtain the sound recording

C17 Fishing / Woodcut / 36
A fisherman angles on the shore, with ships in the distance

Flesh & Bowels / Woodcut
A diagram to show the flesh and the bowels from two angles

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"Angles: Unveiling the Hidden Perspectives" Step into a world of intrigue and discovery as we explore the fascinating concept of angles. From ancient treasures to modern illusions, these they have shaped our perception in ways we never imagined. Let's begin our journey at Sutton Hoo treasure, where intricate patterns and angles adorned priceless artifacts, telling stories of a forgotten era. As we move forward in time, we encounter the peculiar hedgehog from 1803 - its spines forming perfect angles that nature effortlessly creates. But they can not limited to nature alone; they exist within man-made structures too. The circular windows on the exterior of Jardine House captivate us with their symmetrical beauty, reminding us that even in urban landscapes, geometry plays an essential role. Speaking of illusions, Ponzos illusion challenges our understanding of perspective by distorting lines and creating deceptive angles. This optical phenomenon has puzzled minds for centuries since Arab astronomers first discovered it back in 1513. It also find their place in fashion history. French Spring fashions in 1870 showcased elegant dresses with sharp cuts and precise angles - a testament to how artistry can be found even in clothing design. Moving closer to home, Ping Shek Estate stands tall as one of Hong Kong's oldest public housing estates. Its towering buildings create unique vantage points and perspectives from every angle - a reminder that beauty can be found even amidst concrete jungles. From grandiose views to personal experiences, everyone sees the world from their own angle. "Seen from my angle, " captures this individuality perfectly as each person brings their unique perspective to life's tapestry. Even playtime becomes an opportunity for exploring angles. "My playing with Lego 1" showcases how children learn about shapes and dimensions through building blocks - discovering new possibilities with every twist and turn. Finally, let's not forget "Towering Above III, " where skyscrapers reach for the heavens, their angles reaching new heights and reminding us of human ambition.