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Continental Collection (#10)

"Exploring the Continents: From Al-Idrisi's World Map to Satellite Images of Earth" Discovering the world has always been a fascinating journey, and throughout history

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental SS Convertible 2012 Black

Bentley Continental SS Convertible 2012 Black
BEN07101

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Contintal R Mulliner 2001 Black

Bentley Contintal R Mulliner 2001 Black
BEN056730

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Arnolt R-Type Continental, body by Bertone 1953 Gold

Bentley Arnolt R-Type Continental, body by Bertone 1953 Gold
BEN042078

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GT W12 (at G wood FOS 2019) 2019 Orange metallic

Bentley Continental GT W12 (at G wood FOS 2019) 2019 Orange metallic
BEN157112

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GTC W12 (at G wood FOS 2019) 2019 Silver

Bentley Continental GTC W12 (at G wood FOS 2019) 2019 Silver
BEN159110

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley S1 Continental 1960 Blue metallic, light

Bentley S1 Continental 1960 Blue metallic, light
BEN15204

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GT (new model 2018) 2018 Silver-grey metallic

Bentley Continental GT (new model 2018) 2018 Silver-grey metallic
BEN149393

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental Supersports 2017 Black & white

Bentley Continental Supersports 2017 Black & white
Bentley Continental Supersports, 2017, Black, & white, & white, Bentley, BEN145132

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental S1 Fastback 1958 Blue light

Bentley Continental S1 Fastback 1958 Blue light
Bentley Continental S1 Fastback, 1958, Blue, light, Bentley, BEN139486

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental S2 Flying Spur 1960 Red dark

Bentley Continental S2 Flying Spur 1960 Red dark
Bentley Continental S2 Flying Spur, 1960, Red, dark, Bentley, BEN13201

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental S2 1960 Red & silver

Bentley Continental S2 1960 Red & silver
Bentley Continental S2, 1960, Red, & silver, & silver, Bentley, BEN12201

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GT Speed 2015 Blue

Bentley Continental GT Speed 2015 Blue
Bentley Continental GT Speed, 2015, Blue, Bentley, BEN115345

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GT V8 2012 Silver

Bentley Continental GT V8 2012 Silver
BEN067825

Background imageContinental Collection: Washington DC, USA - Memorial Continental Hall

Washington DC, USA - Memorial Continental Hall
Washington DC, USA - The Memorial Continental Hall, the national headquarters of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Date: circa 1910s

Background imageContinental Collection: Picture No. 12009974

Picture No. 12009974
Continental Bulldog puppy indoors Date:

Background imageContinental Collection: Picture No. 11981237

Picture No. 11981237
Dog, Continental bulldog puppies Date:

Background imageContinental Collection: Picture No. 11981223

Picture No. 11981223
Dog, Continental bulldog and Chihuahua Date:

Background imageContinental Collection: Map showing distant early warning line for defence

Map showing distant early warning line for defence
Distant early warning line (DEW line) of all-round radar defence. A map of North America, showing the various systems and devices of Conad

Background imageContinental Collection: Hotel de Venise et Continental - Menton, France

Hotel de Venise et Continental - Menton, France
Hotel de Venise et Continental - Menton, Alpes-Maritimes department, France Date: circa 1920s

Background imageContinental Collection: Orteliuss map of The New World, 1603

Orteliuss map of The New World, 1603
Orteliuss map of The New World. This map of the Americas is from the 1603 edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum (Theatre of the World)

Background imageContinental Collection: Orteliuss map of Europe, 1603

Orteliuss map of Europe, 1603
Orteliuss map of Europe. This map of Europe is from the 1603 edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum (Theatre of the World). First published in 1570 by Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Background imageContinental Collection: Early Earth globe, artwork C016 / 3733

Early Earth globe, artwork C016 / 3733
Early Earth globe, artwork. On this early Earth, the first continents are forming with clouds present in the atmosphere. On the existing land masses, there is widespread volcanic activity

Background imageContinental Collection: Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds C016 / 3727

Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds C016 / 3727
Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on West Africa, generated using satellite and mapping data

Background imageContinental Collection: Asia

Asia. Satellite image centred on Asia. The North Pole is at upper right. Water is blue, vegetation is green, arid areas are brown, and snow and ice are white

Background imageContinental Collection: EVRV2P-00006

EVRV2P-00006
Thirteen-star flag of the new United States at hanging at the Monmouth, New Jersey, National Battlefield. Photograph

Background imageContinental Collection: EVRV2A-00019

EVRV2A-00019
General Washington leading the Americans at the battle of Princeton, New Jersey, 1777. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental SC (Sedanca)

Bentley Continental SC (Sedanca)

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental GT Cabriolet Prototype

Bentley Continental GT Cabriolet Prototype

Background imageContinental Collection: lincoln Continental Convertible, 1967, Red, dark

lincoln Continental Convertible, 1967, Red, dark
lincoln Continental Convertible 1967 Red dark

Background imageContinental Collection: Bentley Continental SC (Sedanca), 1998, Red, Cherry

Bentley Continental SC (Sedanca), 1998, Red, Cherry
Bentley Continental SC (Sedanca) 1998 Red Cherry

Background imageContinental Collection: The historic Hotel Continental perched above the port

The historic Hotel Continental perched above the port in the old medina of Tangier. It was used for some scenes in the film of Paul Bowles book The Sheltering Sky

Background imageContinental Collection: Lithuania, Hill of Crosses (Kryziu Kalnas)

Lithuania, Hill of Crosses (Kryziu Kalnas). Thousands of memorial crosses are layed over the hill in a tradition of planting crosses since the 14th Century

Background imageContinental Collection: Lithuania, Aukstaitija National Park, Land of Lakes and Hills

Lithuania, Aukstaitija National Park, Land of Lakes and Hills. A milk cow in Lithuanias first National Park

Background imageContinental Collection: Lithuania, Curonian Spit, Juordkrante

Lithuania, Curonian Spit, Juordkrante. Fairytale Lithuanian wood carvings on Witches Hill (Raganu Kalnas)

Background imageContinental Collection: Lithuania, Curonian Spit

Lithuania, Curonian Spit, Juordkrante - fishing village - fishing nets drying out in the sun

Background imageContinental Collection: Lithuania, Vilnius

Lithuania, Vilnius. A view of St Johns Church and a 16th Century bell tower - part of Vilnius Unesco World Heritage Site

Background imageContinental Collection: Hiker high on trail above snow capped mountains (MR)

Hiker high on trail above snow capped mountains (MR), Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Hiker high on trail above lake at Schwarzee Paradise (MR)

Hiker high on trail above lake at Schwarzee Paradise (MR), Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Hiker on trail above lake at Schwarzee Paradise (MR)

Hiker on trail above lake at Schwarzee Paradise (MR), Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: The Matterhorn (4477m) sunrise on the mountain

The Matterhorn (4477m) sunrise on the mountain, Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: A Matterhorn (4477m) hiker running the trail

A Matterhorn (4477m) hiker running the trail, Zermatt, Valais, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Regional flags of Switzerland are paraded at the Unspunnen

Regional flags of Switzerland are paraded at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Cowbell ringers in traditional alpine costume at the

Cowbell ringers in traditional alpine costume at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Women in traditional costume at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival

Women in traditional costume at the Unspunnen Bicentenary Festival, Interlaken, Jungfrau Region, Switzerland

Background imageContinental Collection: Isola Di San Giorgio Maggiore Church

Isola Di San Giorgio Maggiore Church. Italy Veneto Venice Isola Di San Giorgio Maggiore Church

Background imageContinental Collection: Boats on Grand Canal Santa Lucia Basilica

Boats on Grand Canal Santa Lucia Basilica. Italy Veneto Venice Boats on Grand Canal Santa Lucia Basilica

Background imageContinental Collection: Gondola on the Grand Canal

Gondola on the Grand Canal. Italy Veneto Venice Gondola on the Grand Canal

Background imageContinental Collection: Venice Carnival People in Costumes and Masks on Canal

Venice Carnival People in Costumes and Masks on Canal with Gondolas and Isola Di San Giorgio Maggiore. Italy Veneto Venice Venice Carnival People in Costumes and Masks on Canal with Gondolas




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"Exploring the Continents: From Al-Idrisi's World Map to Satellite Images of Earth" Discovering the world has always been a fascinating journey, and throughout history, various maps and images have allowed us to explore the continents in different ways. In 1154, Al-Idrisi created a remarkable world map that showcased the vastness of our planet. Fast forward to modern times, where satellite imagery captures breathtaking views like Europe at night or an awe-inspiring snapshot of Earth from space. While maps provide us with geographical knowledge, they also serve as reminders of cultural milestones. The Bentley Continental R Mulliner represents luxury and elegance on wheels - a symbol of automotive craftsmanship that effortlessly traverses continents. Similarly, Oronce Fine's 1531 world map showcases how cartography evolved over time. Satellite images continue to amaze us with their ability to capture stunning visuals from above. North America at night reveals dazzling city lights illuminating its vast landscape while reminding us of human progress and innovation. On the other hand, Soho in London offers a glimpse into urban life on one particular street - 66 Old Compton Street W1 - bustling with activity day and night. Maps not only depict physical boundaries but also tell stories about our ever-changing planet. A map from 1720 takes us back in time when exploration was still ongoing, providing insights into how people perceived continents centuries ago. Additionally, continental drift maps shed light on geological processes that shape our landmasses even today. The Bentley R-Type Continental embodies both classic design and timeless sophistication—a testament to how automobiles can connect distant places through seamless travel experiences across continents. Lastly, continental drift reminds us that our Earth is constantly evolving; tectonic plates shift imperceptibly beneath our feet over millions of years—reshaping coastlines and forming mountain ranges—a reminder that change is inevitable.