Artificial Collection (#3)

Tekton 8
Rafal Kulik

Terra-cybo 14
Rafal Kulik

Space soldier against Aliens
Rafal Kulik

Alps fairy tale
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Advert for Tricoline artificial silk fabric, with illustration of a young woman studying a dress pattern with her fabric laid out ready for cutting. Date: 1920s

Advert for Tobralco artificial silk dress fabric Date: 1935

Illustration for Tarantulle artificial silk Date: 1929

Applying artificial respiration, ARP training exercise during WW2

Jesmond Dene Waterfall, Newcastle
A landscape photograph which a central view of a proposed artificial waterfall at Jesmond Dene, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Date: circa 1904

Poland, Krakow. Blessed Bronislawa Hill. Kosciuszko Mound, erected by Cracovians between 1820 and 1823 in commemoration of the Polish national leader Tadeusz Kosciuszko

Turkey - Istanbul - Artificial basin in the Belgrad Forest
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Constantinople (today Istanbul). Artificial basin in the Belgrad Forest. Engraving by Lemaitre, Danvin and Cholet

Artificial light making strong; chickens
An experiment seen here, using artificial light to make supposedly strong and healthy chickens. This was studied at the university of Maine

Artificial light and TB patients
Doctors using artificial sunshine to help patients suffering from tuberculosis. This scene is at the Robroyston hospital in Glasgow. Date: 1925

Father and son, Zuiderzee, Netherlands
A father and son pose for a photograph at the Zuider Zee, Netherlands. The Zuider Zee is an artificially made system of dams and dykes, done to reclaim land

Water Polo By Night
A nocturnal women's water polo match at the Stadio del Littoria in Rome, attended by Benito Mussolini. Date: 1931

Luna Park Bathers
Bathers at Luna Park in Berlin, at the time Europe's largest bathing establishment. It closed in 1933. Date: circa 1931

Advert for Celanese, a chemical and speciality materials company whose products included acetate yarn and artificial silk. Date: 1943

Ravenscroft (now called Cleddon Hall), Trellech, Monmouthshire, Wales, birthplace of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970), British philosopher and author

Ravenscroft (Cleddon Hall), cave in garden
Ravenscroft (now called Cleddon Hall), Trellech, Monmouthshire, Wales, birthplace of Bertrand Russell (1872-1970), British philosopher and author

1969 1960s 60s Sixties Electric Man Men Electricity
1969, 1960s, 60s, sixties, electric, man, men, electricity, council, appliance, appliances, testing, laboratories, laboratory, leatherhead, surrey, lab, labs, test, experiment, quality, electrical

Page of fashion adverts - June 1921
Page of four fashion adverts for womenand children's clothing, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, June 1921

Advert for Perihel Mixry - Sunlamp 1940
The Perihel Mixry, artificial sunshine to bring you heath and vigour. Date: 1940

Artificial Heart Books Fantasy Fiction Human
artificial, heart, books, fantasy, fiction, human, engineering, 1939, illustration, world, without, death, polton, cross, Fantasy, Scifi, Sci, Fi, Science, Fiction, Future, Futuristic, Front, Cover

Dassault-Breguet HU-25B Guardian 2111
United States Coast Guard - Dassault-Breguet HU-25B Guardian 2111 (MSN 413), of CGAS Corpus Christi, (Hulk sunk as artificial reef off North Carolina 3 May 2006) Date: circa 2000

This sheet of synthetic rubber coming off the rolling mill... B.F. Goodrich Co. Akron, Ohio, 1941
This sheet of synthetic rubber coming off the rolling mill at the plant is now ready for drying, B.F. Goodrich Co. Akron, Ohio

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river. The Cazanele Mare seen from upstream

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river. The Cazanale Mici, Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river. The Cazanale Mici, Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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Iron Gate, Portile de Fier, gorge of river Danube through the southern Carpathian Mountains, a national park on the Serbian and Romanian side of the river. The Cazanale Mici, Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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The Olt gorge through the Carpathian mountains north of Ramnicu Valcea with reservoir. Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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The Olt gorge through the Carpathian mountains north of Ramnicu Valcea with reservoir. Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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The Olt gorge through the Carpathian mountains north of Ramnicu Valcea with reservoir. Romania. Date: 02/12/2008

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Belgian Frit shop (French Fries) in Antwerp, Belgium Date: 05/02/2005

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Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman Island, Wreck of SS Nicholson on sandy floor of Caribbean Sea Date: 14/12/2006

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UAE, Dubai. Aerial of Palm Jumeirah artificial islands shaped like palm fronds, and Burj al Arab Hotel in the background. Date: 08/07/2005

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"Exploring the Boundaries of Artificial: From Tesla's Vision to Modern Marvels" In 1899, Nikola Tesla, the brilliant scientist and inventor, envisioned a world where science would unlock new possibilities. His experiments with electricity laid the foundation for artificial advancements that continue to shape our lives today. One such marvel is "Artificial Moonlight" by David Wright. This breathtaking artwork captures the ethereal beauty of moonlit nights, reminding us of our fascination with artificial illumination. Looking at a satellite image of North America at night, we witness how cities glow like beacons in the darkness - evidence of humanity's relentless pursuit to conquer nature through artificial means. But it's not just about lights; artifice extends beyond aesthetics. Take French artificial fishing flies or English counterparts - meticulously crafted imitations designed to deceive fish into biting. These tiny creations showcase human ingenuity in replicating nature's allure. Similarly, bonsai dwarf pines have been shaped over years using meticulous techniques since 1889 C013 / 8769. These miniature trees embody patience and dedication as they mimic their full-sized counterparts through careful cultivation. Moving beyond nature-inspired artifice, we encounter everyday examples like false teeth - an innovation that has restored countless smiles and improved quality of life for many individuals worldwide. The realm also encompasses medical breakthroughs such as hip replacements. Artwork depicting this advancement pays tribute to figures like Douglas Bader, a flying ace during World War II who continued his heroic feats despite losing both legs in an accident – showcasing resilience empowered by technology. Advancements don't stop there; prosthetic robotic arms are now possible thanks to computer-driven precision engineering. Imagining these bionic limbs brings forth visions of limitless potential for those who have lost their natural appendages. On a grand scale lies Palm Islands construction in Dubai – man-made islands reshaping coastlines and pushing boundaries on what can be achieved artificially. The audacity of such projects showcases human ambition and engineering prowess.