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"Exploring the Eastern Tapestry: From Engineering Marvels to Cultural Delights" Isambard Kingdom Brunel with chains

Background imageEastern Collection: Sturnella magna, eastern meadowlark

Sturnella magna, eastern meadowlark
Plate 136 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageEastern Collection: Kentucky Railroad Shares

Kentucky Railroad Shares
Kentucky and Great Eastern Railway Company - thousand collar share certificate

Background imageEastern Collection: Liverpool St Interior

Liverpool St Interior
Interior view of the terminus of the Great Eastern Railway, with two trains and a locomotive

Background imageEastern Collection: Jousofka (Yusovka, Stalino, Donetsk), Ukraine

Jousofka (Yusovka, Stalino, Donetsk), Ukraine
General view of Jousofka (Yusovka, Stalino, Donetsk), an industrial city in eastern Ukraine

Background imageEastern Collection: The Victoria Falls, by Thomas Baines

The Victoria Falls, by Thomas Baines
The Victoria Falls from the Narrow Neck near the Eastern Headland of the Outlet, by Thomas Baines(1820-1875). Date: circa 1860s

Background imageEastern Collection: Sleighs in the 19th century

Sleighs in the 19th century
Sleigh travel on a road in winter, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageEastern Collection: Typical Bulgarian Outfits, 1885

Typical Bulgarian Outfits, 1885
4 typical Bulgarian outfits of the time, 1885. We see the national costume, a water seller, a lady, and a peasant woman. Part of a piece on the crisis in Eastern Roumelia

Background imageEastern Collection: Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford

Great Eastern Railways Locomotive works at Stratford
A view along the north side of the Great Eastern Railway?s Locomotive works at Stratford (East London) May 1864 with William Henry Maw, then Head of the Drawing office

Background imageEastern Collection: Mao Zedong greeting South Yemen leader

Mao Zedong greeting South Yemen leader
Mao Zedong (Mao Tse-tung) (1893-1976) - Chinese communist revolutionary and founding father of the Peoples Republic of China

Background imageEastern Collection: Cocktail bar on the Flying Scotsman

Cocktail bar on the Flying Scotsman
The cocktail bar for third class passengers on the Flying Scotsman. Date: 1933

Background imageEastern Collection: Eastern Orthodox Village of Fih, Koura District, Lebanon

Eastern Orthodox Village of Fih, Koura District, Lebanon
Fih, Koura District, Lebanon - An Eastern Orthodox Christian Village - the highest hill in El-Koura - St. Simon is the patron Saint - in the Mount Lebanon (Mont Liban) Mountain Range

Background imageEastern Collection: Focke Wulf FW 189A -this twin engined tactical reconnai

Focke Wulf FW 189A -this twin engined tactical reconnaissance type was used extensively on the Eastern Front

Background imageEastern Collection: MURASAKI SHIKIBU (c. 978 - c. 1014). Japanese writer

MURASAKI SHIKIBU (c. 978 - c. 1014). Japanese writer
MURASAKI SHIKIBU (c. 978 - c.1014). Japanese writer. Illustration of a court lady of the Heian period. Illustration of Genji Monogatari (The Tale of Genji), which chronicles the life of Prince Genji

Background imageEastern Collection: Mount Athos, Greece - Holy Monastery of Iviron

Mount Athos, Greece - Holy Monastery of Iviron
Holy Monastery of Iviron or Iveron, an Eastern Orthodox monastery at the monastic state of Mount Athos in Greece. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageEastern Collection: Indian Rice Merchants, Rangoon, Myanmar (Burma)

Indian Rice Merchants, Rangoon, Myanmar (Burma)
Indian Rice Merchants (Lakhmichand Manikchand) in Rangoon, Myanmar (Burma) - note the slightly cheeky bit of advertising by the Insurance Broker in the front row

Background imageEastern Collection: Swedish colonists on the Delaware River

Swedish colonists on the Delaware River
Swedes Church and house of Sven Sener on the Delaware River, colonial Pennsylvania. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageEastern Collection: NATI2A-00113

NATI2A-00113
Wampanoag warrior in full costume, Massachusetts. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageEastern Collection: USA, New York, Finger Lakes Region, Watkins Glen, Seneca Lake Pier, summer

USA, New York, Finger Lakes Region, Watkins Glen, Seneca Lake Pier, summer

Background imageEastern Collection: Canada, New Brunswick, Saint John, skyline from Fort Howe

Canada, New Brunswick, Saint John, skyline from Fort Howe

Background imageEastern Collection: A view towards the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Saint Petersburg, Russia

A view towards the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Background imageEastern Collection: Canada, Prince Edward Island, West Point, West Point Lighthouse, dusk

Canada, Prince Edward Island, West Point, West Point Lighthouse, dusk

Background imageEastern Collection: Gyorgy Zala, sculpture of the Archangel Gabriel

Gyorgy Zala, sculpture of the Archangel Gabriel holding the Holy Crown of St Stephen and and the apostolic double cross (Millennium Monument, Heroes Square, Budapest, Hungary). 19th century

Background imageEastern Collection: Omani Outside Broadcast truck

Omani Outside Broadcast truck
Salalah Sultanate of Oman. Omani Cameraman sitting on top of the green and orange Outside Broadcast truck. Small ladder leaning against van. Grey car park next to the van with Omani signage Date: 1977

Background imageEastern Collection: Native vessels, Manama Pier, Bahrain, Persian Gulf

Native vessels, Manama Pier, Bahrain, Persian Gulf
Native vessels by the pier at Manama, capital of Bahrain, Persian Gulf. Date: late 1940s

Background imageEastern Collection: Ad for the Flying Scotsman

Ad for the Flying Scotsman
Advertisment for the Flying Scotsman, express train running between Kings Cross, London, to Edinburgh, Scotland. 1931

Background imageEastern Collection: Byzantine icon. Crucifixion. 9th-13th century. Byzantine Mus

Byzantine icon. Crucifixion. 9th-13th century. Byzantine Mus
Byzantine art. Eastern Roman Empire. Icon. Crucifixion. 9th-13th century. Byzantine Museum. Athens. Greece. Date: 20070529

Background imageEastern Collection: Christ on the cold stone. Eastern Netherlands, around 1510

Christ on the cold stone. Eastern Netherlands, around 1510. Museum Catharijneconvent. Utrecht. Netherlands

Background imageEastern Collection: Guan Yin. 10th c. - 13th c. Bodhisattva of compassion

Guan Yin. 10th c. - 13th c. Bodhisattva of compassion. Chinese art. Song period. Sculpture on wood. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum

Background imageEastern Collection: Poster, Velke Karlovice, Raj Lyzaru

Poster, Velke Karlovice, Raj Lyzaru
Czech poster, Velke Karlovice, Raj Lyzaru, by Ladislav Horak -- Great Karlovice (a village in Vsetin District, Zlin Region, Czech Republic), a paradise for skiers. Date: 1946

Background imageEastern Collection: Sail And Steam

Sail And Steam
September 1859: The Great Eastern designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel rounding the point opposite Blackwall on the Thames

Background imageEastern Collection: Exotic Oriental Vase Dance

Exotic Oriental Vase Dance - postcard reproduction of a painting by Fabio Fabbi (1861-1946). Date: 1906

Background imageEastern Collection: Sinai, by Max Schmidt

Sinai, by Max Schmidt (1818-1901). Date: 1844

Background imageEastern Collection: GLC-LFB Eastern Command Control Unit

GLC-LFB Eastern Command Control Unit
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

Background imageEastern Collection: Brigadier General Lord George Paget C. B

Brigadier General Lord George Paget C. B
Brigadier General Lord George Paget C.B. Lord George Paget, full-length portrait, facing left, wearing uniform, seated on horse; another soldier or officer standing beside the horse. Date 1855

Background imageEastern Collection: Mother Russia Statue - Battle of Stalingrad Memorial

Mother Russia Statue - Battle of Stalingrad Memorial
Russia, Volgograd (Zaryzin, Stalingrad). Battle of Stalingrad Memorial, Mamajev Kurgan Hill. Russian soldiers in battle statue and massive Mother Russia statue. Date: 2010

Background imageEastern Collection: Three evening outfits by Drecoll, Premet and Paul Poiret

Three evening outfits by Drecoll, Premet and Paul Poiret, for the arrival of the Flying Cloud at Cannes, France. On the left, a black dress with lace

Background imageEastern Collection: General Rudolf von Metz entering Jaroslau, Poland, WW1

General Rudolf von Metz entering Jaroslau, Poland, WW1
General Rudolf Wendelin Adolf Edler von Metz (1861-1943), Austro-Hungarian army officer. Seen here (centre) with others entering Jaroslau (Jaroslav)

Background imageEastern Collection: Tecumseh and his brother, The Prophet

Tecumseh and his brother, The Prophet
Tecumseh pulling his brother, The Prophet, by the hair. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageEastern Collection: PNAT2A-00020

PNAT2A-00020
Little Turtle, chief of Miami tribe. Hand-colored woodcut of a portrait

Background imageEastern Collection: Natives gathering food in Florida, 1500s

Natives gathering food in Florida, 1500s
Florida Native Americans gathering crocodiles, fish, and other wild animals and plants, 1591. Hand-colored Debry engraving of a LeMoyne painting

Background imageEastern Collection: EXPL2A-00165

EXPL2A-00165
Map of colonial New Sweden in America, 1638-1685. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a 17th-century map

Background imageEastern Collection: USA, Florida, Celebration, lakeside chairs

USA, Florida, Celebration, lakeside chairs

Background imageEastern Collection: Tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) with Thomas Cook & Son

Tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) with Thomas Cook & Son
Cover illustration for Tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) under the management of Thomas Cook & Son Ltd, showing a group of three men brewing mint tea in a Middle Eastern street scene

Background imageEastern Collection: Woman washing clothes in a river

Woman washing clothes in a river
A woman washes clothes in a river, using a washboard

Background imageEastern Collection: Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (2 / 4)

Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (2 / 4)
Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (2/4) Burmese courtship - a young man wearing a headscarf holding a large cigar chats up a coy young Burmese girl, leaning against a palm tree

Background imageEastern Collection: Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (3 / 4)

Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (3 / 4)
Burma (Myanmar) - Traditional Costume (3/4) A Burmese man and his girl, with whom he converses over a low stone wall, whilst holding onto her hand

Background imageEastern Collection: Cartoon by Bruce Bairnsfather

Cartoon by Bruce Bairnsfather
Untitled cartoon by Bruce Bairnsfather, the famous World War One cartoonist, whose humorous pictures and " Old Bill" character appeared in The Bystander




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"Exploring the Eastern Tapestry: From Engineering Marvels to Cultural Delights" Isambard Kingdom Brunel with chains: Unveiling the visionary mind behind engineering wonders, Brunel's mastery shines through as he orchestrates greatness. I K Brunel before the hauling chains of the Great Eastern: Witnessing history in motion, Brunel's determination and innovation set new standards for maritime engineering. The Flying Scotsman: A symbol of speed and elegance, this legendary locomotive races through time, capturing hearts along its journey. Map of The Byzantine Empire: Tracing back centuries, immerse yourself in the grandeur of one of history's most influential empires – a testament to Eastern brilliance. Map of the Ancient Persian Empire: Uncover ancient mysteries as you traverse lands once ruled by mighty Persian kings – a civilization that shaped our world today. Arab Girl Dancing: Embracing cultural diversity and artistic expression, witness the mesmerizing beauty as an Arab girl gracefully dances to traditional rhythms. The Flying Scotsman No. 4472, LNER: An icon reborn. Celebrate the restoration efforts that brought this steam legend back to life, captivating generations anew. Flying Scotsman C1927: Step into a bygone era as we revisit a photograph frozen in time - relish in nostalgia while marveling at technological advancements from yesteryears. Partition - Map of East and West Punjab: Reflect on a poignant chapter in history where borders were drawn but unity prevailed; explore how cultures intertwine despite divisions. USA, South Carolina, Charleston, The Citadel military college residence hall : Discover timeless traditions at The Citadel – where honor meets education within historic walls steeped in Southern charm. Bauhaus Building : Immerse yourself in architectural ingenuity with Bauhaus design principles – where form follows function, and simplicity reigns supreme.