Carrying Collection (page 8)

Salt blocks extracted from salt flats, Dallol, Danakil Depression, Afar Region, Ethiopia, Africa

A man carrying an umbrella is seen through a window covered with rain drops during a wet day in Colombo, Sri Lanka September 24, 2019. REUTERS/Dinuka Liyanawatte

Lioness moving her cub
Xavier Ortega

Preparation to start the Day
Sudipta Chakraborty

Jacob and his sons arrive in Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665548 Jacob and his sons arrive in Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jacob and his sons arrive in Egypt, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665417 Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Virgin Mary with Jesus as he carries the cross to his crucifixion. Woodcut circa 1550
5306374 Virgin Mary with Jesus as he carries the cross to his crucifixion. Woodcut circa 1550; Universal History Archive/UIG

"Hi friend, take the whole castle with the Queen and all that it contains on your shoulders"
3533981 "Hi friend, take the whole castle with the Queen and all that it contains on your shoulders", illustration from the Belgian fairytale The Seven Conquerors of the Queen of

Women collecting holly and greenery for Christmas decorations, 1881
3478766 Women collecting holly and greenery for Christmas decorations, 1881; (add.info.: Women collecting holly and greenery for Christmas decorations, English, 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Man taking home a Christmas tree, in heavy snow, 1888 (engraving)
3478765 Man taking home a Christmas tree, in heavy snow, 1888 (engraving); (add.info.: Man taking home a Christmas tree, in heavy snow. German Illustration 1888.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Angelic child, figure carrying a decorated Christmas tree through a forest, 1891
3478763 Angelic child, figure carrying a decorated Christmas tree through a forest, 1891; (add.info.: Illustration in an English publication depicting an angelic child)

Clerk, Bookkeeper or accountant struggling with accounts ledgers, 1878
3478920 Clerk, Bookkeeper or accountant struggling with accounts ledgers, 1878; (add.info.: Clerk, Bookkeeper or accountant struggling with accounts ledgers, 1878.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Scottish woman coal bearer carrying coal to the surface, 1848
3478855 Scottish woman coal bearer carrying coal to the surface, 1848; (add.info.: Scottish woman coal bearer carrying coal to the surface, 1848.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Men carrying President McKinley on sedan chair
2604144 Men carrying President McKinley on sedan chair; (add.info.: Illustration shows representatives of the Democratic, Republican)

Shepherd guarding his flock at night. Under his arm are his bagpipes. He has two dogs with spiked protective collars to
532674 Shepherd guarding his flock at night. Under his arm are his bagpipes. He has two dogs with spiked protective collars to help him guard his animals

A Sub-Lime Character, building labourer carrying hod of mortar. Early 19th century (aquatint)
536460 A Sub-Lime Character, building labourer carrying hod of mortar. Early 19th century (aquatint); Universal History Archive/UIG

Description of Influenza. 19th century (print)
672833 Description of Influenza. 19th century (print); (add.info.: Influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is an infectious disease caused by)

London Milk Woman
863257 London Milk Woman; (add.info.: London Milk Woman. She is carrying milk in pewter pails suspended from wooden yoke)

Children carrying loads of clay in the brickyards of the English Midlands, 1871 Wood engraving
530529 Children carrying loads of clay in the brickyards of the English Midlands, 1871 Wood engraving.; (add.info.: It was estimated that at this time there were between 20, 000 and 30)

Wrought Iron: Carrying balls of iron from furnace to the squeezer, Phoenix Iron and Bridge Works, Phoenixville, Pa
530439 Wrought Iron: Carrying balls of iron from furnace to the squeezer, Phoenix Iron and Bridge Works, Phoenixville, Pa. From The Science Record, New York, 1873. ; Universal History Archive/UIG

Lapps setting out on a migration with reindeer carrying packs. Nomadic herdsmen of Arcitic regions whose reindeer
530204 Lapps setting out on a migration with reindeer carrying packs. Nomadic herdsmen of Arcitic regions whose reindeer provided food, clothing, tools and transport

Jacob sees Rachel at the well of Laban's home, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665403 Jacob sees Rachel at the well of Laban's home, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jacob sees Rachel at the well of Laban's home)

poster depicting a French female farm labourer carrying a wheat sheaf, 1900 (poster)
3665926 poster depicting a French female farm labourer carrying a wheat sheaf, 1900 (poster); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Horse and Mule Palanquin used by the Chinese aristocracy in China in the 19th century
3742704 A Horse and Mule Palanquin used by the Chinese aristocracy in China in the 19th century, from the book From Paris to Pekin over Siberian Snows pub

Aeneas and his family flee Troy
6116919 Aeneas and his family flee Troy; (add.info.: As Troy burns behind him Trojan hero Aeneas and his family flee. He carries his father Anchises on his back)

The Act of Parliament passed in 1896 which enabled motor cars to be used on British roads contained an irksome proviso
5614389 The Act of Parliament passed in 1896 which enabled motor cars to be used on British roads contained an irksome proviso which stipulated that each vehicle had to be preceded by a person

Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, 1884
3478924 Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, 1884; (add.info.: Clerk at his desk in an office in Victorian London, 1884.); Universal History Archive/UIG

May, represented as a man carrying flowers
3480485 May, represented as a man carrying flowers; (add.info.: May, represented as a man carrying flowers. Illustration from supplement to L'antiquite expliquee et representee en figures';)

Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, 1828
3480388 Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, 1828; (add.info.: Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, India, early 19th Century)

A Silver bearer with sword and carrying pole, from India, 1828
3480337 A Silver bearer with sword and carrying pole, from India, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of a Silver bearer with sword and carrying pole, from India)

She took me in her own hand and carried me to the king. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag
2963136 She took me in her own hand and carried me to the king. From Gulliver's voyage to Brobdingnag. From Gullivers Travels published c.1875; Private Collection; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Mass meeting of Chartists on Kennington Common, London, 10 April 1848. In centre is the wagon carrying Fergus
530818 Mass meeting of Chartists on Kennington Common, London, 10 April 1848. In centre is the wagon carrying Fergus O'Connor and the other delegates

19th Century postman
673375 19th Century postman; (add.info.: Postman, 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

19th century Polish postwoman
673378 19th century Polish postwoman; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Polish postwoman); Universal History Archive/UIG

Samson carries the doors of the Temple of Baal, on his back, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665390 Samson carries the doors of the Temple of Baal, on his back, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Samson carries the doors of the Temple of Baal)

French greeting card with floral elements, 1900
3665769 French greeting card with floral elements, 1900; (add.info.: French greeting card with floral elements 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG

17th century city scene. A man carries a woman pedestrian on his back through a flooded road
1000922 17th century city scene. A man carries a woman pedestrian on his back through a flooded road. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs

Tales of the Hunt, (oil on canvas)
658526 Tales of the Hunt, (oil on canvas); 69.9x88.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tales of the Hunt. de Smet (mid 19th century). Oil on canvas. 69.9 x 88.9cm.); © Andrew Macara

19th century illustration of a windlass for raising weights. A crank handle turns a shaft carrying a screw which links
5311562 19th century illustration of a windlass for raising weights. A crank handle turns a shaft carrying a screw which links a toothed wheel to a drum

Man and woman carrying vessels containing milk, 1828
3480351 Man and woman carrying vessels containing milk, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of man and woman carrying vessels containing milk, India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A French trooper releasing a pigeon with a message for headquarters during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe
3502684 A French trooper releasing a pigeon with a message for headquarters during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe

London buses used to carry Scottish troops to the front line in France, 1914
3058443 London buses used to carry Scottish troops to the front line in France, 1914. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Vasco Nunes de Balboa
2603657 Vasco Nunes de Balboa; (add.info.: Vasco Nunes de Balboa (1475 - 1519) Spanish conquistador and explorer, the first European to see the east of the Pacific Ocean, September 1513

Family taking home a Christmas tree, in snow, 1882
3478764 Family taking home a Christmas tree, in snow, 1882; (add.info.: Family taking home a Christmas tree, in snow. French Illustration, 1882.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Clearing House at the Bank of England, 1881
3478921 Clearing House at the Bank of England, 1881; (add.info.: Clearing House at the Bank of England, London 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG

19th Century, Country postman and parcel post
673492 19th Century, Country postman and parcel post; (add.info.: Country postman and parcel post, 19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Washing and grinding of rags for making aper. Engraving c1845
866045 Washing and grinding of rags for making aper. Engraving c1845; Universal History Archive/UIG

"Pilgrim's Progress" by John Bunyan
864166 "Pilgrim's Progress" by John Bunyan; (add.info.: Christian, the pilgrim of the title, in sight of the Cross)

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"Carrying the Bonds of Love: A Global Journey" From the icy waters of Alaska to the vibrant streets of Vietnam, from ancient civilizations to modern warfare, and from gentle creatures to majestic birds, the act transcends time and geography. In the Alaskan wilderness, a Northern Sea Otter mother tenderly cradles her very young pup in her arms, ensuring its safety amidst the harsh elements. Meanwhile, on a bustling street in Hoi An, Vietnam, locals carry their burdens with grace as they navigate through life's challenges. Across Monterey Bay in California, another Sea Otter mother carries her under three-week-old pup on her chest as they float effortlessly through the waves. This heartwarming sight reminds us that maternal love knows no bounds. Traveling back in time to 1827 England reveals bricklayers diligently carrying heavy loads while constructing magnificent structures that still stand today. In contrast, an Ancient Roman dons an elaborate costume as he participates in a grand procession - his attire symbolizing power and prestige. Venturing into central Africa's dense jungles brings us face-to-face with a Gorilla female gently carrying her precious baby animal on her back. Their bond reflects nature's delicate balance and showcases maternal instincts at their finest. On Holland's Texel Island resides a Great Crested Grebe female who skillfully transports not one but three chicks upon her back - a testament to resilience and resourcefulness found within our natural world. Stepping into biblical times unveils an illustration depicting four priests solemnly carrying the Ark of the Covenant across River Jordan - symbolizing faith and reverence for sacred relics. A Germany travel poster entices wanderlust by showcasing picturesque landscapes waiting to be explored; it invites visitors to carry memories home with them after immersing themselves in new cultures. During World War II's darkest days, Lancaster Bombers stood ready for takeoff - brave pilots prepared to carry out missions that would shape history and protect freedom.