Exploding Collection (#2)

Long Live the Japanese Navy and Army! The Great Battle near Weihaiwei (Nihon kairiku... 1895)
Long Live the Japanese Navy and Army! The Great Battle near Weihaiwei (Nihon kairiku banzai, Ikaiei fukin daigekisen no zu), Japan, 1895

Fireworks display viewed from Shelter Island in San Diego, California, United States of America, North America

Magnificent fireworks over a small countryside church in Val d'Aiano, Emilia Romagna, Italy, Europe

Comic Valentines Postcard - Old Maid about to be blown up
Comic Valentines Postcard - Some seriously racey language punning against an image of an Old Maid about to be blown up. 1908

The remains of the Boeoegg, a snowman made of wadding and filled with firecrackers, burn atop a bonfire in the Sechselaeuten square in Zurich, Switzerland, April 16, 2018. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann

Traditional bull figure known as El Torito burns after exploding with fireworks in
A traditional bull figure known as " El Torito" burns after exploding with fireworks during the annual San Juan de Dios celebrations in Tultepec, on the outskirts of Mexico City

People watch fireworks lighting the sky during Orthodox Christmas celebrations in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, Russia January 7, 2018. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin

A Houthi arms depot explodes after it was hit by air strikes in Sanaa, Yemen January 31, 2018. REUTERS/Khaled Abdullah TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Fireworks light the sky during Orthodox Christmas celebrations in Krasnoyarsk
Fireworks light the sky over a Christmas tree during Orthodox Christmas celebrations in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, Russia January 7, 2018. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin

People watch fire works explode at the Lincoln Memorial in celebration of 241st anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in Washington, U.S. July 4, 2017

People enjoy fireworks exploding from a traditional bull known as Torito during the
People enjoy fireworks exploding from a traditional bull known as " Torito" during the annual celebration of San Juan de Dios festivity in Tultepec, on the outskirts of Mexico City

An explosion is seen at Quneitra at the Syrian side of the Israeli Syrian border as it is seen from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, Israel July 22, 2018. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A girl leaps into the air while watching a fireworks display at Tods Point in Greenwich
A girl leaps into the air while watching a fireworks display, in celebration of the upcoming July 4 Independence Day, at Tods Point in Greenwich, Connecticut, U.S. July 1, 2017

Fireworks explode by the Big Ben clocktower in London, Britain January 01, 2017. REUTERS/Neil Hall TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Fireworks explode over the temple of the Parthenon atop Acropolis hill during New Year s
Fireworks explode over the temple of the Parthenon atop Acropolis hill during New Years day celebrations in Athens, Greece, January 1, 2016. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

People watch fireworks during the 4th of July Independence Day celebrations at the National Mall in Washington, U.S. July 4, 2018. REUTERS/Toya Sarno Jordan

The view a steam pipe explosion in Midtown Manhattan
A steam pipe explosion is seen in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, U.S. July 19, 2018. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

Boats are silhouetted as fireworks explode marking Independence Day in Stonington, Maine, U.S. July 4, 2017. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Fireworks explode over the ancient Parthenon temple atop the Acropolis hill during New Years day celebrations in Athens, Greece, January 1, 2019. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A cross of the Basilica of the Agustinas Recoletas is seen as fireworks explode over the Ciudadela during an international fireworks contest at the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain, July 13

Caley Crackers, Norwich - Coming To Your Town Date: 1950s

Ww1 Wwi World War One First 1st Great I Western
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Home Guard practise
Home Guards practise blowing up tanks: a demonstration at the school for guerilla warfare at Osterley Park, in the suburbs of west London, where Spanish Civil War veterans provide the training

The Best Friend of Charleston, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho)
2657619 The Best Friend of Charleston, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Explosion of a steam engine on a farm (colour litho)
3097414 Explosion of a steam engine on a farm (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Explosion of a steam engine on a farm, killing three and injuring seven)

The state-of-the-art weapons, Our armored car surprises and scatters a group of Austrian explorers (Colour Litho)
2777520 The state-of-the-art weapons, Our armored car surprises and scatters a group of Austrian explorers (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The victorious French coup at Verdun, the assault of the colonial troops on the Douaumont fort (colour litho)
2777596 The victorious French coup at Verdun, the assault of the colonial troops on the Douaumont fort (colour litho) by Beltrame

Bulgarian officer to whom a grenade kills the horse just abandoned to collect a child... (colour litho)
2808532 Bulgarian officer to whom a grenade kills the horse just abandoned to collect a child... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The underground war, the explosion of our mines southwest of San Martino del Carso (colour litho)
2777547 The underground war, the explosion of our mines southwest of San Martino del Carso (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The underground war)

A master shot, an Austrian piece hidden in a cave in Trentino reached and shattered... (colour litho)
2777539 A master shot, an Austrian piece hidden in a cave in Trentino reached and shattered... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A master shot)

Italian Cavalry on the Attack (Colour Litho)
2778612 Italian Cavalry on the Attack (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian cavalry on the attack)

The End of a Greek Division (Colour Litho)
2778551 The End of a Greek Division (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The end of a Greek Division)

The Chinese Route (Colour Litho)
2783750 The Chinese Route (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chinese route)

Bold shot of the Gondarini hand (colour litho)
2778605 Bold shot of the Gondarini hand (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bold coup de mano by the Gondarini)

A Russian warship, whose crew rebelled, bombed by other Russian ships and cast... (colour litho)
2815062 A Russian warship, whose crew rebelled, bombed by other Russian ships and cast... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Russian warship)

Terrible burst of ammunition aboard the French battleship Jena in the basin of the port of Toulon (colour litho)
2814991 Terrible burst of ammunition aboard the French battleship Jena in the basin of the port of Toulon (colour litho) by Beltrame

Very daring assault on a van loaded with values, in Petersburg (colour litho)
2814949 Very daring assault on a van loaded with values, in Petersburg (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Grappa Heroes (colour litho)
2808706 Grappa Heroes (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grappa Heroes. Sergeants Agostino Bruno and Giovanni Borello)

Our people bomb the Prebacina station, where the enemy clears the materials of lost positions (colour litho)
2777575 Our people bomb the Prebacina station, where the enemy clears the materials of lost positions (colour litho) by Beltrame

At what price does the Austrian offensive take place, the assailants mowed by our fire, in Trentino (colour litho)
2777552 At what price does the Austrian offensive take place, the assailants mowed by our fire, in Trentino (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Italian counterattack on 14 May at Monfalcone, ended with the capture of 254... (colour litho)
2777549 The Italian counterattack on 14 May at Monfalcone, ended with the capture of 254... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Exploding: A Spectacle of Light and Power" Fireworks explode behind the iconic Big Ben clock tower, illuminating the London sky with a dazzling array of colors during New Year celebrations. The vibrant bursts symbolize new beginnings and the excitement that comes with embracing change. In his renowned work "Things That Matter, " Bruce Bairnsfather captures the essence emotions through his powerful illustrations. From depicting the chaos of World War One in "A Miner Success" to rallying troops in "At the Front - World War One recruitment poster, " he showcases how explosions can shape history. Beyond earthly realms, an artwork portrays a mesmerizing supernova explosion, where stars meet their fiery end but leave behind breathtaking light echoes. This celestial event reminds us that even destruction can create something beautiful. Venturing into uncharted territories, another artwork unveils a torus universe—an explosive concept challenging our understanding of space and time. It invites us to question our place in this vast cosmos and explore infinite possibilities. Delving deeper into science, atomic structures come alive in captivating artwork. These intricate patterns reveal the hidden beauty within matter's explosive nature—a reminder that there is more than meets the eye at every level. History takes center stage as we glimpse into Russia's revolutionary past—the eruption of dissent and societal transformation during 1905-1906. Exploding aspirations for freedom ignited a movement that would forever alter their nation's course. Returning to Earthly delights, a firework rocket on its stick propels itself towards the heavens—its explosive energy encapsulating joyous moments shared by people worldwide during festive occasions. Yet explosions have not always been celebratory; they bear witness to humanity's darkest hours too. In WW1 on France's Western Front, Highlanders bravely faced explosions amidst battlefields like Longueval—a testament to human resilience amid devastation. The Nevada Test site witnessed an earth-shattering moment when a nuclear bomb exploded on July 23rd, 1957.