Globe Collection (#8)

Theological hall of Strahov library in Strahov Monastery, Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic

astronomy, earth, global, globe, planet, space exploration, spaex073. jpg, sphere, world
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3D rendering of planet Earth, centered on Africa and Europe
3D rendering of planet Earth with clouds, centered on Africa and Europe

The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia
CARTOON: IMPERIALISM, 1885. The Worlds Plunderers. Germany, England, and Russia grab what they can of Africa and Asia. American cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1885

And How Are We Feeling Today? English cartoon, 1945, by Sir Bernard Partridge depicting the doctors Churchill
CARTOON: BIG THREE, 1945. And How Are We Feeling Today? English cartoon, 1945, by Sir Bernard Partridge depicting the doctors Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin

She had the world in her hands
Sharyn Bursic

Formula One World Championship
The Superman themed Red Bull Racing Energy Station. Formula One World Championship, Rd 7, Monaco Grand Prix, Preparations, Monte-Carlo, Monaco, 24 May 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

The world map in a circle, muted brown
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Mr. Selamet
Djayent Abdillah

Christopher Columbus presents his plans to the rulers of Spain
3785286 Christopher Columbus presents his plans to the rulers of Spain; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus presents his plans to the rulers of Spain)

Christopher Columbus presents his discoveries from the New World
3785290 Christopher Columbus presents his discoveries from the New World; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus presents his discoveries from the New World)

Christopher Columbus confronts a mutiny aboard ship
3785287 Christopher Columbus confronts a mutiny aboard ship; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus confronts a mutiny aboard ship on his first voyage to the New World)

Christopher Columbus
3785302 Christopher Columbus; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus - Apotheosis as discoverer of America (German: Apotheose als Entdecker von Amerika'). Pictured with coat of arms to left

Christopher Columbus is arrested and sent back to Spain
3785293 Christopher Columbus is arrested and sent back to Spain; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus is arrested and sent back to Spain, 1 October 1500)

Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World, 1492
3785288 Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World, 1492; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World, 1492. Published 1887)

Christopher Columbus embarkation from Palos
3785299 Christopher Columbus embarkation from Palos; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus embarkation from Palos, Spain, 3 August 1492. Published 1892)

Christopher Columbus is arrested
3785303 Christopher Columbus is arrested; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus is arrested and sent back to Spain, 1 October 1500. Caption:brought back a prisoner to Spain, a victim of his rivals')

WW1 - Battle of Cateau 1914
3789968 WW1 - Battle of Cateau 1914; (add.info.: Battle of Cateau. Map shows the retreat of the British at Cateau, with calvary led by General Allenby)

Christopher Columbuss second voyage across the Altantic
3785289 Christopher Columbuss second voyage across the Altantic; (add.info.: Christopher Columbuss second voyage across the Altantic)

Christopher Columbuss triumphant return to Barcelona
3785301 Christopher Columbuss triumphant return to Barcelona; (add.info.: Christopher Columbuss triumphant return to Barcelona, 15 April 1493)

Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World
3785300 Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World; (add.info.: Christopher Columbus arrives in the New World, 12 October 1492. Published 1892)

Magellans first voyage around the world
3785292 Magellans first voyage around the world; (add.info.: Magellans first voyage around the world, 1519- 1521. Published in 1891)

Globe artichoke in full bloom, Cynara cardunculus. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration from G. T

Some girls in the class look at a globe with the nun, their teacher Italy. Date of Photograph:1950-1955 ca

The Hownes Gill viaduct in County Durham, Great Britain Great Britain Durham. Date of Photograph:1858

Panoramic view of the Gorges du Fier France Gorges du Fier. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1900

Grottoes in the Gorges of Rhummel, Costantine, Algeria Algeria Constantine. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Entrance to grottoes in the Gorges of Rhummel, Costantine, Algeria Algeria Constantine. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

A steam locomotive goes through a mountain valley. The railroad borders a stream. Switzerland. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

The Brenta river and the narrow gorge of the Valsugana Trentino Alto Adige Valsugana. Date of Photograph:1910-1930

The Metlac viaduct in Veracruz, Mexico Mexico Veracruz. Date of Photograph:1895 ca

Some people on horseback are portrayed at the entrance to the ravine of Dimbovicioara in Transilvania, during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Romania Bucarest, Valley of the Dimbovicioara

View of a narrow rocky gorge France. Date of Photograph:1880

View of Constantine, with the great harbour in the foreground. France Constantine, environs.. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

Foreshortened view of Constantine with overhanging rocks. France. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1910 ca

View of the Via Mala (or Viamala), in the gorge of the Hinterrhein River, Canton of Graubnden Switzerland Canton of Graubnden, Via Mala. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

The church. Statue placed to decorate the right hip of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Strasbourg France Strasbourg Statue Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of river running through a gorge in the French mountains, near Tignes. France Tignes, environs. Date of Photograph:1950 - 1960

View Serrai Sottoguda near the Marmolada Trento Serrai di Sottoguda. Date of Photograph:1920 ca

View of the river that runs through the inaccessible Royal Gorge on the Colorado plateau (United States). a metal bridge connects two stretches of rock face on the same bank of the river

Studio of the florentine painter Edoardo Gelli. There are numerous objects in the artist's room, among which a mandolin, a samurai uniform, an animal skull, a pendulum clock, figurines and busts

Bermuda, Saint George, The Globe Hotel in historic town

Florida, Kennedy Space Center, Space Shuttle Atlantis

Gully on the Amalfi peninusula Amalfi Peninsula. Date of Photograph:1971

A gully on the Amalfi peninsula Amalfi Peninsula. Date of Photograph:1971

Kyoto. Autumnal woods Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

View of Victoria Falls in Zambia: the gorge under the falls Republic of Zambia Victoria Falls. Date of Photograph:1920-1940

Victoria Falls from Knife Edge, in Africa. In the foreground a rocky gorge Republic of Zambia Victoria Falls. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940

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"The Globe: A Window into the Eternal Mysteries of our World" Step back in time and explore the captivating history of our planet through the lens of a globe. From ancient maps like the Flat Earth depiction, challenging conventional beliefs, to Queen Elizabeth I's majestic Armada portrait, showcasing her global ambitions, each representation tells a unique story. Travel further back to 1265 with Mappa Mundi, an ink and color masterpiece that reveals London's perspective on the world during medieval times. Witness how humanity's understanding evolved as we gaze upon Whole Earth (Blue Marble 2000), a breathtaking satellite image capturing Earth's beauty from space. Beyond our terrestrial realm lies cosmic wonders such as the Cosmic Microwave Background and sizes of planets in our Solar System. These astronomical revelations remind us of both balance and drama existing within our universe. The globe symbolizes eternity itself - an everlasting reminder that while we are mere specks in this vast cosmos, there is much left to uncover. NASA's exploration efforts propel us towards unlocking these mysteries day by day. But it is not only knowledge that captivates us; it is also performance. The Globe Performance takes center stage as artists transport audiences across time and space through their craft. Just like Durer’s world map from 1515 or Derek Jarman’s Angel in Caravaggio (1986), they inspire awe and ignite curiosity about what lies beyond our reach. And let us not forget those who dared challenge conventionality - individuals like Charles Darwin, whose groundbreaking work revolutionized biology forever. His legacy reminds us that even when faced with skepticism, exploring new frontiers can lead to profound discoveries about ourselves and the world around us. So let this globe be more than just an object; let it be a gateway to infinite possibilities – where astronomy meets artistry, where mystery intertwines with science – reminding us all that there is still so much left for humanity to explore on this beautiful planet we call home.