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"Distant: A Glimpse into the Unreachable" The Hubble Ultra Deep Field 2012 captures galaxies so far away, they seem like mere specks of light in an endless expanse

Background imageDistant Collection: Edinburgh: From St. Margarets Loch, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner

Edinburgh: From St. Margarets Loch, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner
Edinburgh: From St. Margarets Loch, 1909. From The Water-colours of J. M. W. Turner, text by W. G. Rawlinson and A. J. Finberg. [Avalon Press, London, 1909]

Background imageDistant Collection: Cliff Baths at Beach of Enniscrone of County Sligo in Ireland

Cliff Baths at Beach of Enniscrone of County Sligo in Ireland
Abandoned building which used to have a seaweed bath inside at beach of Enniscrone in County Sligo of Connacht province in Ireland

Background imageDistant Collection: Mount Everest from Rongbuk Monastery

Mount Everest from Rongbuk Monastery
mt. Everest from Everest Base Camp, Tibet

Background imageDistant Collection: Aerial Hamilton Island Marina

Aerial Hamilton Island Marina
Aerial of Hamilton Island Marina in Queensland Australia. Luxury yachts and tropical trees align the foreshore. Hamilton Island is surrounded by beautiful turquoise water

Background imageDistant Collection: Poros Island at sunset time, Argolida, Peloponnese, Greece

Poros Island at sunset time, Argolida, Peloponnese, Greece

Background imageDistant Collection: Aerial view of Wroclaw Market Square, Wroclaw, Poland, Europe

Aerial view of Wroclaw Market Square, Wroclaw, Poland, Europe

Background imageDistant Collection: Port of Kos Town, Kos, Dodecanese Islands, Greece

Port of Kos Town, Kos, Dodecanese Islands, Greece

Background imageDistant Collection: Dubai - Burj Khalifa, the highest building in the world, United Arab Emirates

Dubai - Burj Khalifa, the highest building in the world, United Arab Emirates

Background imageDistant Collection: Horses graze on grasslands located around 200km (62 miles

Horses graze on grasslands located around 200km (62 miles) south-west of the Mongolian capital city Ulan Bator April 4, 2012

Background imageDistant Collection: Hideaways Beach, Princeville, Island of Kauai, Hawaii USA

Hideaways Beach, Princeville, Island of Kauai, Hawaii USA

Background imageDistant Collection: The Crook of the Lune, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner

The Crook of the Lune, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner
The Crook of the Lune. 1909. From The Water-colours of J. M. W. Turner, text by W. G. Rawlinson and A. J. Finberg. [Avalon Press, London, 1909]

Background imageDistant Collection: Loch na h-Achlaise Reflections, Rannoch Moor Scotland

Loch na h-Achlaise Reflections, Rannoch Moor Scotland
Spectacular dramatic weather creates a moody atmosphere over the Mountains of Loch na h-Achlaise. The tranquil water of the loch reflects the distant mountains, islands of trees

Background imageDistant Collection: sky rowing

sky rowing
A mirror reflection at the Maribyrnong river

Background imageDistant Collection: Surf crashing on rocks at Secret Beach (Kauapea Beach), Kilauea Lighthouse visible

Surf crashing on rocks at Secret Beach (Kauapea Beach), Kilauea Lighthouse visible, Kauai, Hawaii

Background imageDistant Collection: ISS and the Moon C013 / 5148

ISS and the Moon C013 / 5148
ISS and the Moon. The International Space Station (ISS, upper left) is orbiting the Earth here at an altitude of around 390 kilometres

Background imageDistant Collection: A full moon rises over a spectacular grove of ancient baobab trees

A full moon rises over a spectacular grove of ancient baobab trees, known as Baines Baobabs, which perches on the eastern edge of the Kudiakam Pan in the Nxai Pan National Park

Background imageDistant Collection: Master of the Asteroid, Wonder Stories Scifi Magazine Cover

Master of the Asteroid, Wonder Stories Scifi Magazine Cover
MASTER OF THE ASTEROID - A stranded astronaut is honoured as a god when he crashes on a distant planet

Background imageDistant Collection: Dalkey Island With Rainbow, Dublin, Ireland

Dalkey Island With Rainbow, Dublin, Ireland

Background imageDistant Collection: Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Twelve Bens, Co Galway, Ireland

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Twelve Bens, Co Galway, Ireland

Background imageDistant Collection: The Proverbs, 1939. Artist: Tom Chadwick

The Proverbs, 1939. Artist: Tom Chadwick
The Proverbs, 1939. From The Studio Volume 119. [The Studio Ltd, London & New York, 1940]

Background imageDistant Collection: Bellahill House, Carrickfergus

Bellahill House, Carrickfergus - a distant view of a large mansion, taken from the grounds. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Carrickfergus). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageDistant Collection: Golf Hotel and West Strand, Portrush

Golf Hotel and West Strand, Portrush - a view showing the hotel on the right and the beach and distant buildings. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Portrush). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageDistant Collection: Fife and Kinross Asylum, Cupar, Fife

Fife and Kinross Asylum, Cupar, Fife
A distant view of the Fife and Kinross Asylum, Cupar. What appear to be inmates can be seen on the grass and pathway. Date: circa 1904

Background imageDistant Collection: Colorful street of Hoi An Ancient Town, Vietnam

Colorful street of Hoi An Ancient Town, Vietnam
Colorful sunny old street of Hoi An Ancient Town (UNESCO Heritage Site) with a bicycle and chinese style building in the background.Quang Nam Danang Province, Vietnam, South-East Asia

Background imageDistant Collection: Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote, Spain

Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote, Spain
The road from the Timanfaya National Park on Lanzarote going back towards Yaiza

Background imageDistant Collection: Rock climber climbing steep face of rock cliff

Rock climber climbing steep face of rock cliff
Rock climber in the Needles climbing area. This area is part of the Giant Sequoia National Monument, Sequoia National Forest, CA

Background imageDistant Collection: Light show at Marina bay Singapore

Light show at Marina bay Singapore

Background imageDistant Collection: Acropolis, Athens, Greece

Acropolis, Athens, Greece

Background imageDistant Collection: The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Penang, Malaysia

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Penang, Malaysia
Penang is a state in Malaysia and the name of its constituent island, located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia by the Strait of Malacca

Background imageDistant Collection: GREECE-Dodecanese Islands-RHODES-Kolymbia: Morning View of Tsambika Bay from the

GREECE-Dodecanese Islands-RHODES-Kolymbia: Morning View of Tsambika Bay from the
GREECE, Dodecanese Islands, RHODES, Kolymbia: Morning View of Tsambika Bay from the Moni Tsambikas Hillside Monastery

Background imageDistant Collection: Minoans Traders: wall painting from Acrotiri in Thera (Santorini) showing Minoan ships

Minoans Traders: wall painting from Acrotiri in Thera (Santorini) showing Minoan ships. Bronze Age (3200-1050 BC). The exchange of products with distant countries was served by the well-organized

Background imageDistant Collection: Burton on Trent

Burton on Trent
Distant view of Burton-upon- Trent, Staffordshire, justly famed for its breweries

Background imageDistant Collection: Bovril Poster Suggestion

Bovril Poster Suggestion
A poster sketch suggested for an advertisement for Bovril, it shows a mermaid waving to some distant sailors, perched on a giant floating Bovril jar. Buoys you up. Date: circa 1922

Background imageDistant Collection: Nuthall Temple, Nottinghamshire, 1869 (oil on wood)

Nuthall Temple, Nottinghamshire, 1869 (oil on wood)
3744283 Nuthall Temple, Nottinghamshire, 1869 (oil on wood) by Dawson, Alfred (fl.1860-94); 15.2x22.9 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); (add.info.: Nuthall Temple)

Background imageDistant Collection: Poster advertising the Palace Hotel at St. Moritz, 1921 (colour lithograph)

Poster advertising the Palace Hotel at St. Moritz, 1921 (colour lithograph)
1197947 Poster advertising the Palace Hotel at St. Moritz, 1921 (colour lithograph) by Cardinaux, Emil (1877-1936); 127x90 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Swiss, out of copyright

Background imageDistant Collection: Clew Bay, Co Mayo, Ireland

Clew Bay, Co Mayo, Ireland

Background imageDistant Collection: A Fishing Fleet, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner

A Fishing Fleet, 1910. Artist: William Biscombe Gardner
A Fishing Fleet, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

Background imageDistant Collection: The Battle of Stirling Bridge, 11 September 1297, (c1880)

The Battle of Stirling Bridge, 11 September 1297, (c1880). The Battle of Stirling Bridge was a battle of the First War of Scottish Independence

Background imageDistant Collection: Portland Oregon Downtown Cityscape in the Fall

Portland Oregon Downtown Cityscape in the Fall
One beautiful Autumn day in Portland Oregon downtown from Vista Bridge with view of Mount Hood City Skyline and Trees with Fall Color Foliage

Background imageDistant Collection: Isle of Skye

Isle of Skye
Cliffs and beacon to the late afternoon in the Isle of Skye, (Next Point), Scotland

Background imageDistant Collection: Neptune seen from its tiny, distant moon, Nereid

Neptune seen from its tiny, distant moon, Nereid

Background imageDistant Collection: Wetlands at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Wetlands at sunrise, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Background imageDistant Collection: Aerial view of Great Wall of China, Beijing, Hebei Province, China

Aerial view of Great Wall of China, Beijing, Hebei Province, China

Background imageDistant Collection: mt. Everest from Everest Base Camp, Tibet, China

mt. Everest from Everest Base Camp, Tibet, China

Background imageDistant Collection: Piombino, Tuscany, Italy. View from Piazza Bovio in old town

Piombino, Tuscany, Italy. View from Piazza Bovio in old town

Background imageDistant Collection: GREECE, Dodecanese Islands, RHODES, Lindos: Lindos Harbor, Beach View with Acropolis

GREECE, Dodecanese Islands, RHODES, Lindos: Lindos Harbor, Beach View with Acropolis of Lindos / Late Afternoon

Background imageDistant Collection: Great blue heron, Adea herodias, Boundary Bay, British Columbia

Great blue heron, Adea herodias, Boundary Bay, British Columbia

Background imageDistant Collection: Cover design for Dutch Dolls Polka

Cover design for Dutch Dolls Polka, a song by May Ostlere, published by Enoch & Sons, London. Arrangements are also available for orchestra, instrumental septet, and military and brass bands




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"Distant: A Glimpse into the Unreachable" The Hubble Ultra Deep Field 2012 captures galaxies so far away, they seem like mere specks of light in an endless expanse. Gemsbok gracefully traverse the vast sand dunes of Namibia, a distant landscape that seems untouched by time. A polar bear roams on Champ Island glacier above the sea, reminding us of the remote and isolated corners of our planet. Woolwich Barracks stand as a reminder of history's distant battles fought and sacrifices made for our freedom. JMW Turner's painting "Launceston" transports us to a distant era, where cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages were commonplace. David Cox the elder's artwork "Ulverston Sands" takes us back to 1835, immersing us in a world long gone yet still resonating with beauty. Scarborough depicted by JMW Turner evokes memories of seaside holidays from another time, where families sought solace in its distant shores. Titian's masterpiece "Noli Me Tangere" portrays Jesus' encounter with Mary Magdalene - a profound moment shrouded in mystery and distance from our present reality. Sunrise at Rattray Head Lighthouse paints a picture of solitude and tranquility on Scotland's northeastern coast – nature's way of whispering from afar. Al Khazneh (The Treasury) stands tall amidst Petra’s ancient ruins; its grandeur echoes through time, beckoning visitors to explore this distant wonderland. Blenheim Palace showcases England’s architectural brilliance while standing as an emblematic symbol of power and wealth throughout centuries past – an opulent destination steeped in prestige but geographically remote for most.