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Format Collection (#73)

"Format: A Tapestry of Timeless Art, Music, and Literature" In the intricate strokes of Albrecht Durer's "Praying Hands

Background imageFormat Collection: Cup Final Fans

Cup Final Fans
A group of supporters leaving Kingsway in horse-drawn buses on their way to Crystal Palace for the FA Cup final between Everton and Newcastle United, which Everton won 1-0

Background imageFormat Collection: Cup Final Crowds

Cup Final Crowds
Huge crowds at the 1901 FA Cup final between Tottenham Hotspur and Sheffield United at Crystal Palace. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, but Spurs won the replay 3-1

Background imageFormat Collection: Early Cup Final

Early Cup Final
The FA Cup final between Aston Villa and Everton at Crystal Palace. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium
An aerial view of Wembley Stadium, London, during the 1923 FA Cup Final between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United which Bolton won 2-0

Background imageFormat Collection: Soldiers Return

Soldiers Return
29th October 1900: Soldiers of the City Imperial Volunteers Regiment parade from Paddington Station to a Thanksgiving service at St

Background imageFormat Collection: Dog Ride

Dog Ride
A cyclist giving his dog a ride on his shoulders. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Peace Is Coming

Peace Is Coming
A premature celebration of the WWI Armistice in New York City on November 7, 1918, before the ceasefire became official on November 11. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Olympic Launch

Olympic Launch
The launch of the 883-foot-long White Star liner Olympic from the Harland and Wolff yard, Belfast. Known as Old Reliable, she was the sister ship of the Titanic and Britannic

Background imageFormat Collection: SS Olympic

SS Olympic
The White Star liner, and sister ship of the recently sunk Titanic, S.S. Olympic having its cargo unloaded at Southampton Docks

Background imageFormat Collection: Britannic Launch

Britannic Launch
The launch of the White Star liner Britannic from Belfast. The sister ship of the Olympic and Titanic, she sunk in the Aegean Sea on November 21st, 1916. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Brushing Llamas

Brushing Llamas
circa 1905: A group of llamas at the zoo wait in line to be groomed by their keeper. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: A Young Camel

A Young Camel
1st February 1907: A keeper with a young camel in a zoo enclosure. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Smoking Chimp

Smoking Chimp
3rd September 1936: Wednesday the chimpanzee enjoys her first cigarette since the birth of her baby, Andrew, at Edinburgh Zoo

Background imageFormat Collection: Big Mouth

Big Mouth
circa 1950: A Hippo giving a big yawn and showing a set of large teeth. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Hippo Swimmers

Hippo Swimmers
6th August 1954: Reginald the baby hippo with his mother Linda enjoying being taught how to swim at Whipsnade Zoo. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: A pair of Rosy flamingoes with their heads together in the shape of heart at Chessington

A pair of Rosy flamingoes with their heads together in the shape of heart at Chessington zoo. (Photo by Derek Berwin/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: I Wanna Be Like You

I Wanna Be Like You
The baboons at Windsor Safari Park crowd a car. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Orontes

Orontes
Well-wishers wave goodbye to Douglas Jardine and the other members of the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club) as they set sail from Tilbury to Australia on the Orient liner Orontes

Background imageFormat Collection: Botany Bay

Botany Bay in eastern Australia. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Towing Out

Towing Out
Relatives wave goodbye to passengers on board an emigrant ship, being towed out of harbour before its journey to Sydney. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageFormat Collection: Making pots without a wheel. Nigeria c1966. Landscape format

Making pots without a wheel. Nigeria c1966. Landscape format

Background imageFormat Collection: Mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut (ja1540-ja1481) 18th dynasty queen of Egypt

Mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut (ja1540-ja1481) 18th dynasty queen of Egypt, daughter of Tuthmosis I, at Deir-el-Bahri. Landscape format

Background imageFormat Collection: First Edition of L ILLUSTRATION 1843

First Edition of L ILLUSTRATION 1843
L Illustration was one of the first to follow in the footsteps of the Illustrated London News, following its page size and format for nearly one hundred years. Date: 4 March 1843

Background imageFormat Collection: NFS (London Region) River Thames Formation, WW2

NFS (London Region) River Thames Formation, WW2
The River Headquarters crest of the NFS River Thames Formation, which covered the Greater London area of the Thames, and included some eighteen fireboats and assorted fire floats and other tenders

Background imageFormat Collection: View of coastal mountains with snow, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, august

View of coastal mountains with snow, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, august

Background imageFormat Collection: Laughing Dove (Streptopelia senegalensis) adult, perched on wood, Gambia, january

Laughing Dove (Streptopelia senegalensis) adult, perched on wood, Gambia, january

Background imageFormat Collection: Splitimage of Mangrove, Jellyfish Lake, Micronesia, Palau

Splitimage of Mangrove, Jellyfish Lake, Micronesia, Palau

Background imageFormat Collection: Clown Anemonefish, Amphiprion percula, Alam Batu, Bali, Indonesia

Clown Anemonefish, Amphiprion percula, Alam Batu, Bali, Indonesia

Background imageFormat Collection: Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, Dominica

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, Dominica

Background imageFormat Collection: Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Azores, Atlantic Ocean, Portugal

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Azores, Atlantic Ocean, Portugal

Background imageFormat Collection: Atlantic spotted dolphin, Stenella frontalis, Atlantic Ocean, FL, Florida, USA

Atlantic spotted dolphin, Stenella frontalis, Atlantic Ocean, FL, Florida, USA

Background imageFormat Collection: Humpback whale, mother and Calf, Megaptera novaeangliae, Silverbanks, Caribbean Sea

Humpback whale, mother and Calf, Megaptera novaeangliae, Silverbanks, Caribbean Sea, Dominican Republic

Background imageFormat Collection: Domestic goat portrait, Capra hircus, Germany, Bavaria

Domestic goat portrait, Capra hircus, Germany, Bavaria

Background imageFormat Collection: Boulton Paul Overstrand

Boulton Paul Overstrand
Though it serves with the RAF from 1933 to 1937, this plane is already old-fashioned with its biplane format and fabric covered wings and fuselage, and is withdrawn

Background imageFormat Collection: Scholar Reading Journal

Scholar Reading Journal
A scholar wearing a fine cloak peers through his monocle to read a large format book

Background imageFormat Collection: Transport / Flight / Aviator

Transport / Flight / Aviator
First air crossing of the English Channel : portrait and scene (vertical format)




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"Format: A Tapestry of Timeless Art, Music, and Literature" In the intricate strokes of Albrecht Durer's "Praying Hands, " we find the format through which faith transcends boundaries and connects souls. Shackleton's Trans-Antarctic Expedition showcased the indomitable human spirit in its purest format - a testament to resilience against nature's harshest challenges. Franz Liszt at 30 years old epitomizes the transformative power of music as it evolves with time, showcasing how melodies can be shaped into new formats that captivate generations. With "Search And Destroy, " punk rock pioneers The Stooges challenged traditional musical formats, igniting a rebellious fire that still burns today. Leonard Bernstein revolutionized classical music by breaking free from rigid formats, infusing his compositions with passion and innovation that resonates even now. Biba Style emerged as a fashion format during the swinging sixties, empowering women to embrace their individuality and challenge societal norms through clothing choices. Ludwig Van Beethoven defied conventional symphonic formats with his groundbreaking compositions, forever altering the course of classical music history. Mary Shelley's iconic novel "Frankenstein" shattered literary conventions by blending genres in an unprecedented format - giving birth to science fiction as we know it today. Jane Austen masterfully crafted her novels within strict social formats while subtly challenging gender roles and societal expectations - leaving an enduring legacy for readers worldwide. Scott Joplin's ragtime compositions brought joyous syncopation to America's ears, establishing him as one of history's greatest pianists and composers who reshaped musical formats forevermore. Female surgeons have broken barriers within medical institutions where gender biases once dictated professional formats. Their expertise saves lives while inspiring future generations to follow suit fearlessly. Iris Murdoch expanded philosophical discourse beyond traditional academic formats. Her thought-provoking works delved deep into morality and consciousness, challenging readers to question the very fabric of existence.