Complex Collection (page 2)

Applique and Embroidered Coverlet, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Margaret Concha
Applique and Embroidered Coverlet, 1935/1942

NGC 6559 is a rich colorful tapestry of diverse nebulosity in the constellation Sagittarius. The glowing red cloud known as NGC 6559 has formed from the same molecular cloud that gave rise to its

St. Ermins Hotel, St. Jamess Park, London - 600 apartments and self-contained suites. Numerous bedrooms with bathrooms attached. Date: circa 1907

Caldey Island, Wales - The Monastery
Caldey Island, Wales off the southwest coast near Tenby - The Cistercian Monastery. Date: circa 1930s

Ammonite fossil C016 / 5777
Ammonite (Parkinsonia dorsetensis) fossil. This ammonite has an evolute shell and is displaying complex suture lines. Specimen originates from the Middle Jurassic

Mortar Calculations - Fort Wright - Fishers Island, New York
Directing the range of the Mortars - Fort Wright - Fishers Island - New York, USA. Military Cadets using complex higher mathematical formulae and telephone instructions to work out the exact aiming

Strange attractor, artwork
Strange attractor, computer artwork

Chaos waves, artwork
Chaos waves, computer artwork. Chaotic systems are systems that look random but aren t. They are actually deterministic systems (predictable if you have enough information) governed by physical laws

Scene from Shakespeares Cymbeline
A scene from shakespeares Cymbeline, in which Imogen, dressed as a boy, has found a hut in the forest and, being hungry, has eaten some food

The Tree Top II
Tal Paz-Fridman

Office Space
Tal Paz-Fridman

Illustration depicting a complex 19th-century British railway junction in Worle Somerset. 1892
5311448 Illustration depicting a complex 19th-century British railway junction in Worle Somerset. 1892; (add.info.: Date: 1892); Universal History Archive/UIG

Nitroglycerin processing plant, explosives factory, Val Bormida, near Cengio, North West Italy, 1888
538429 Nitroglycerin processing plant, explosives factory, Val Bormida, near Cengio, North West Italy, 1888. From La Nature, Paris, 1888

Octagon
Marc van Oostrum

Group Action
John Fan

Ritual Crown, 12th century. Creator: Unknown
Ritual Crown, 12th century

Yantra of the Goddess Pratyangira (recto), Symbol (verso), between c1700 and c1750. Creator: Unknown
Yantra of the Goddess Pratyangira (recto), Symbol (verso), between c1700 and c1750

Jagannatha, Balabhadra, and Subhadra in the Jagganatha Temple, between c1875 and c1900. Creator: Unknown
Jagannatha, Balabhadra, and Subhadra in the Jagganatha Temple, between c1875 and c1900

Family Crests, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Family Crests, Late 19th century

Yantra of Panchanguli, c1425. Creator: Unknown
Yantra of Panchanguli, c1425

Confronting Dragons, Mid-19th century. Creator: Ryuko
Confronting Dragons, Mid-19th century

Dragon and Clouds, First half of 19th century. Creator: Okakoto
Dragon and Clouds, First half of 19th century

Dragon in Clouds, First half of 19th century. Creator: Naito Toyomasa
Dragon in Clouds, First half of 19th century

Frog Crawling through Leaves, First half of 19th century. Creator: Naito Toyomasa
Frog Crawling through Leaves, First half of 19th century

Katagami stencil with bamboo(?) and leaves, between 1900 and 1952. Creator: Unknown
Katagami stencil with bamboo(?) and leaves, between 1900 and 1952

Oil Lamp, c. 1936. Creator: Herman Bader
Oil Lamp, c. 1936

Plate Eleven, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Eleven, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704

Plate Nine, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Nine, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704

Plate Eight, from Book of Ornament, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Eight, from Book of Ornament, 1704

Plate Seven, from Book of Ornament, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Seven, from Book of Ornament, 1704

Plate One, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate One, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704

Plate Six, from Book of Ornament, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Six, from Book of Ornament, 1704

Plate Five, from Book of Ornament, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Five, from Book of Ornament, 1704

Plate Four, from Book of Ornament, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Four, from Book of Ornament, 1704

Plate Three, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Three, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704

Plate Two, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704. Creator: Simon Gribelin
Plate Two, from A New Book of Ornaments, 1704

Painted Banner (paubha) of Goddess Ushnishavijaya Within a Funerary Mound...Chaityas, 1513. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (paubha) of Goddess Ushnishavijaya Within a Funerary Mound (chaitya) and Surrounded by Chaityas, 1513

Stone Ewer with Ornate Handle, n.d. Creator: Giuseppe Grisoni
Stone Ewer with Ornate Handle, n.d

The Tombs of Sufi Saint Nizamuddin and Jahanara Begum
Nizamuddin Dargah complex, in Nizamuddin West, Delhi, India. The Tomb of Muhammad Nizamuddin Auliya (or Awliya) (12381325) and Jahanara Begum (16141681), daughter of the Emperor Shah Jahan

RF- Banded demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens), resting on dew covered reed, Lower Tamar Lakes, Cornwall/Devon border, UK. May

Close up of deepsea Basket star (Gorgonocephalus sp) from coral seamount, SW Indian Ridge, Indian Ocean, December 2011

Map of The Siege of Paris, 1870-71, 1907. The Siege of Paris and the consequent capture of the city by Prussian forces, led to French defeat in the Franco-Prussian War

Aerial view of buildings along the coast with forest at Kandalama Reserve, Sri Lanka

Aerial view of the Shirley Heights belvedere on hilltop, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda, Caribbean, West Indies

Candi Sewu, Prambanan temple complex, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

Statue of Brahma, Candi Brahma, Prambanan temple complex, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

Relief panel, Candi Shiva Mahadeva, Prambanan temple complex, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

The bathing complex of Taman Sari water castle, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

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"Unraveling the Intricacies: A Glimpse into the World of Complexity" Step into a realm where complexity reigns supreme, as we explore a diverse array of captivating subjects. From ancient maps to innovative inventions, from architectural wonders to celestial marvels, this collection showcases the intricate nature of our world. The Hereford Mappa Mundi takes us back in time to the 13th century, revealing a complex web of knowledge and beliefs through its detailed illustrations. Crafted by Richard de Bello, it offers a glimpse into an era when cartography was still in its infancy. William Heath Robinson's Pea Apparatus transports us to a whimsical world where even simple tasks are transformed into elaborate contraptions. With his imaginative mind and skillful drawings, he reminds us that complexity can be found even in the most mundane aspects of life. Wimbledon tennis complex stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. Its sprawling grounds and state-of-the-art facilities showcase how complexity can be harnessed for sporting excellence. In Siem Reap, Cambodia lies Angkor Wat temple—a masterpiece of architectural complexity. Its intricate carvings and grandeur leave visitors awestruck while offering insights into ancient Khmer civilization's rich cultural tapestry. Harry Clarke's Morella painting captivates with its ethereal beauty and mysterious symbolism. Layer upon layer of intricacy draws viewers deeper into an enchanting narrative woven by the artist's skilled hand. Heath Robinson strikes again with his Mixing treated asbestos fibre machine—an embodiment of absurdity amidst danger. His satirical take on industrial processes highlights how complexity can sometimes lead to comical outcomes. Delving further into scientific complexities, an image captures an anaesthetic inhibiting an ion channel C015/6718—showcasing medical advancements that require deep understanding at molecular levels for effective treatment. Another invention by Heath Robinson emerges—a patent double action grinder for asbestos.