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Built Collection (page 113)

"Built to withstand the test of time, these iconic structures and moments showcase human ingenuity and craftsmanship throughout history

Background imageBuilt Collection: Kasuga Japan Warship

Kasuga Japan Warship
Italian-built cruiser, bought by Japan, in service till the 1920s when she becomes a training ship, finally scrapped in 1948. Date: launched 1902

Background imageBuilt Collection: Japan / Nagoya Castle 1900

Japan / Nagoya Castle 1900
Nagoya Castle, built in 1612, mostly destroyed during the Second World War, and rebuilt during the 1950s. Date: circa 1900

Background imageBuilt Collection: Covent Garden 1732

Covent Garden 1732
Covent Garden Theatre is built for John Rich, pantomimist and harlequin : the print depicts him making his triumphal entry into the theatre at its opening. Date: 1732

Background imageBuilt Collection: Ceausescus Palace

Ceausescus Palace
CEAUSESCUs PALACE. Built 1984-9 it is the 2nd largest building on earth. It extends for several stories below ground & includes a nuclear bunker. Date: 1998

Background imageBuilt Collection: High Level Sewer Built

High Level Sewer Built
The Metropolitan High-Level Sewer : work commences near Victoria Park in northeast London. Date: 1859

Background imageBuilt Collection: The Guildhall (former Town Hall), Derby

The Guildhall (former Town Hall), Derby
View of the Guildhall (former Town Hall) in the Market Place in the centre of Derby. It was built in 1842. Date: circa 1920

Background imageBuilt Collection: Gobron Voisin Biplane

Gobron Voisin Biplane
French aviator Jean Gobron in the pilots seat ( poste de direction ) of his Voisin biplane, one of many Voisins built in 1909 : Gobron flew his at Mourmelon and Reims. Date: 1909

Background imageBuilt Collection: W J PIRRIE / 1847-1924

W J PIRRIE / 1847-1924
WILLIAM JAMES PIRRIE 1st Viscount British shipbuilder, partner and later chairman of Harland & Wolff, who built Titanic Date: 1847 - 1924

Background imageBuilt Collection: Rome / Trajan Column C1760

Rome / Trajan Column C1760
Trajans Column in Trajans Forum, Rome.The monument was built under Emperor Trajan and was finished in 113 AD. The carvings depict Trajans campaigns in Dacia. Date: 2nd century AD

Background imageBuilt Collection: Clarendon House

Clarendon House
Piccadilly : built for 50, 000 by Lord Clarendon, using stone intended to repair St Paul s, it was both a scandal and a financial embarrassment, and sold, became Albemarle House Date: 1660s

Background imageBuilt Collection: FURIOUS AIRCRAFT CARR

FURIOUS AIRCRAFT CARR
Aircraft carrier which was built during World War One and served in World War Two : she is seen here in the 1930s with a flight of Fairey Swordfish torpedo bombers Date: launched 1916

Background imageBuilt Collection: Nile Paddle Steamer

Nile Paddle Steamer
Stern-wheeler paddle steamer for use on the Nile, built in England by the Yarrow company. Date: 1886

Background imageBuilt Collection: Caernarvon Castle / Wales

Caernarvon Castle / Wales
Built by Edward I, Caernarvon was an intended seat of power and is one of Europes great medieval fortresses. Date: Mid 19th century

Background imageBuilt Collection: Ark of Covenant is Built

Ark of Covenant is Built
The Ark of the Covenant is built according to the exact instructions of the Lord, passed on to Moses

Background imageBuilt Collection: Mexico / Teotihuacan

Mexico / Teotihuacan
The PYRAMID OF THE SUN of TEOTIHUACAN, the largest stone pyramid of the Precolumbian period, built in 150 BC. The site shows remains of Zapotec, Mixtec and Maya origins. Date: 1982

Background imageBuilt Collection: Prinzregenter Theater

Prinzregenter Theater
The Prinzregenter Theatre, Munich, completed in 1901, was built for performances of Wagners operas. All seats are in the amphitheatre. Date: 1930s

Background imageBuilt Collection: TIMUR (1336 - 1405)

TIMUR (1336 - 1405)
TIMUR LENK, TAMERLANE Built an empire which included most of Asia in the 14th century. Made Samarkand into a centre of culture. Date: 1336 - 1405

Background imageBuilt Collection: Buckingham House 1750S

Buckingham House 1750S
Buckingham House, built by the duke of Buckingham in 1703 : George III will buy it in 1762, Nash will improve it 1821-1836, and a new front will be added in 1913 Date: circa 1760

Background imageBuilt Collection: Cornish Hedge, newly constructed earth bank faced with stones, Stithians, Cornwall, England

Cornish Hedge, newly constructed earth bank faced with stones, Stithians, Cornwall, England

Background imageBuilt Collection: Duke of Lancaster affordable rural housing development, Dunsop Bridge, Lancashire, England, january

Duke of Lancaster affordable rural housing development, Dunsop Bridge, Lancashire, England, january

Background imageBuilt Collection: Cornish Hedge, construction of earth bank faced with stones, Cornwall, England

Cornish Hedge, construction of earth bank faced with stones, Cornwall, England

Background imageBuilt Collection: Bumblebee (Bombus sp. ) nest, made from moss, Bacton, Suffolk, England, june

Bumblebee (Bombus sp. ) nest, made from moss, Bacton, Suffolk, England, june
Bumblebee (Bombus sp.) nest, made from moss, Bacton, Suffolk, England, june

Background imageBuilt Collection: Apple I computer

Apple I computer. This was released in April 1976 at the Homebrew Computer Club, USA. It cost $666.66 and was sold as a circuit board, the wooden case needed to be home-made

Background imageBuilt Collection: Heathkit computer wires

Heathkit computer wires
Heathkit H-1 computer wires, on display at the Computer History Museum, USA. The H-1 was the first home-build analogue computer. The museums collection includes over 3000 artefacts from 1945 to 1990

Background imageBuilt Collection: Nuts and bolts

Nuts and bolts. Close-up of nuts screwed onto bolts to hold together parts of a metal structure (yellow). The circular rings between the nuts and the main body of the structure are called washers

Background imageBuilt Collection: Theodolite

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

Background imageBuilt Collection: Stone Age megalithic tomb

Stone Age megalithic tomb. These tombs or Gallery Graves were built as monuments for the dead. Photographed in Corsica, France

Background imageBuilt Collection: Bronze Age megalithic tomb

Bronze Age megalithic tomb. These tombs or Gallery Graves were built as monuments for the dead. This example was built during the Bronze Age. Photographed on Mon Island, in Denmark

Background imageBuilt Collection: Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Background imageBuilt Collection: Mini Cooper Gullwing Conversion

Mini Cooper Gullwing Conversion

Background imageBuilt Collection: Spyker C8 Laviolette Dutch

Spyker C8 Laviolette Dutch

Background imageBuilt Collection: Spyker C8 Laviolette

Spyker C8 Laviolette

Background imageBuilt Collection: Battistinis V2 Britain

Battistinis V2 Britain

Background imageBuilt Collection: Spyker C8 Aileron

Spyker C8 Aileron

Background imageBuilt Collection: Sat Nav Toyota Japan

Sat Nav Toyota Japan




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"Built to withstand the test of time, these iconic structures and moments showcase human ingenuity and craftsmanship throughout history. From the heroic RMS Carpathia in 1903, rescuing survivors of the Titanic tragedy, to the elegant Runcorn-Widnes Bridge connecting communities with its architectural marvel. Captain Woolf Barnato's Bentley exudes luxury and precision, a testament to engineering excellence. The Bauhaus Building stands as a symbol of modernist design principles that revolutionized architecture. The Four Eddystone Lighthouses have guided countless sailors through treacherous waters, their sturdy construction enduring fierce storms. The Westfield SEI British car embodies British automotive heritage with its sleek lines and powerful performance on the road. Rugby at Murrayfield stadium in Scotland epitomizes strength and teamwork as players battle it out on hallowed grounds. Even amidst gales, Bishop Rock Lighthouse remains steadfastly guarding ships from perilous rocks—a true beacon of hope in turbulent times. HMS Duke of York firing a broadside during World War II showcases military might harnessed for defense purposes. Artistic mastery comes alive with Saint Fiacre in Field painting depicting nature's beauty nurtured by human hands. Whitley Bay Lighthouse stands tall against crashing waves, guiding seafarers home safely. Lastly, we can't forget about the Hanging Gardens of Babylon—an ancient wonder built to awe generations with lush greenery suspended high above ground level. " In each instance, these remarkable feats remind us that when determination meets skillful craftsmanship, incredible things are built that leave an indelible mark on our world.