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Locked Collection (#3)

"Unlocking the Secrets: Exploring the Fascinating World of 'Locked'" Discovering hidden treasures in South Wales

Background imageLocked Collection: Jack Sheppards Escapes, (c1872). Creator: Unknown

Jack Sheppards Escapes, (c1872). Creator: Unknown
Jack Sheppards Escapes, (c1872). Series of diagrams illustrating the many daring escapes of celebrated thief Jack Sheppard (1702-1724), from Newgate Prison in London in 1724

Background imageLocked Collection: At the Golden Gate, c1882, (c1902). Creator: Unknown

At the Golden Gate, c1882, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
At the Golden Gate, c1882, (c1902). After a painting in the Manchester Art Gallery. Victorian depiction of the biblical story of The Wise and Foolish Virgins

Background imageLocked Collection: Basiliscus being forced into the cistern. Flavius Basiliscus, ? - c. 475. Eastern Roman Emperor

Basiliscus being forced into the cistern. Flavius Basiliscus, ? - c. 475. Eastern Roman Emperor. After Flavius Zeno captured Constantinople, Basiliscus and his family were captured

Background imageLocked Collection: Two criminals in the stocks. From Ilustracion Artistica, published 1887

Two criminals in the stocks. From Ilustracion Artistica, published 1887

Background imageLocked Collection: Mexican handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

Mexican handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

Background imageLocked Collection: Weathered blue wooden shed door, Kobuk, Northwestern Alaska, USA

Weathered blue wooden shed door, Kobuk, Northwestern Alaska, USA
Close-up of a weathered blue shed door in Kobuk; Northwestern Alaska, Alaska, United States of America

Background imageLocked Collection: Nippers handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

Nippers handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

Background imageLocked Collection: A pair of Snap handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

A pair of Snap handcuffs. From The Strand Magazine, published January to June 1894

Background imageLocked Collection: Prisoners Locked In The Stocks. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William

Prisoners Locked In The Stocks. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Background imageLocked Collection: Man Locked In A Pillory. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey

Man Locked In A Pillory. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Background imageLocked Collection: Weathered Lock

Weathered Lock

Background imageLocked Collection: Rusty Hook

Rusty Hook

Background imageLocked Collection: The Millers Daughter, Illustration From The Golden Wonder Book Published 1934

The Millers Daughter, Illustration From The Golden Wonder Book Published 1934. Suddenly The Door Opened And Into The Room Appeared A Little Man Who Said, " Good Evening My Child

Background imageLocked Collection: Prayer of Saint John the Baptist. Codex of Predis (1476). It

Prayer of Saint John the Baptist. Codex of Predis (1476). It
Prayer of Saint John the Baptist. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Background imageLocked Collection: Girl, 8, looking curiously through an opening in a straw fence

Girl, 8, looking curiously through an opening in a straw fence

Background imageLocked Collection: Antique silver hinged bread basket in a sophisticated atmosphere

Antique silver hinged bread basket in a sophisticated atmosphere

Background imageLocked Collection: Close-up of old metal chain around gatepost, North Yorkshire, England, July

Close-up of old metal chain around gatepost, North Yorkshire, England, July

Background imageLocked Collection: Tantalus Frames

Tantalus Frames
These tantalus frames and cocktail table can be locked so that your servants can t help themselves, thus saving them from the consequences of yielding to temptation. Date: 1930

Background imageLocked Collection: Genetic security

Genetic security. Conceptual computer artwork of a strand of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) locked inside a padlock. This may represent the protection of an individuals genetic code from exploitation

Background imageLocked Collection: A colourful painted doorway in the old medina of Casablanca

A colourful painted doorway in the old medina of Casablanca

Background imageLocked Collection: Families awaiting news of their loved ones, Air Ministry, Paris 1944

Families awaiting news of their loved ones, Air Ministry, Paris 1944. A crowd of people wait anxiously behind locked gates for the results of tests to identify bodies found in the buildings basement

Background imageLocked Collection: Advert for Wooton Cabinet 1884

Advert for Wooton Cabinet 1884
The Desk of the Age, hundred-and-ten compartments all under one lock and key. Date: 1884

Background imageLocked Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Spot and other dogs in cages

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Spot and other dogs in cages
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Spot and other stolen dogs are kept locked up in cages. " Never before, or since, have I found myself in such a strange, mixed, company." Date: 1895

Background imageLocked Collection: Racial / Zulu Girl Close-Up

Racial / Zulu Girl Close-Up
A close-up photograph of a Zulu girl with short dreadlocked hair. Date: 1936

Background imageLocked Collection: Deputies to Tennis Court

Deputies to Tennis Court
The deputies of the troisieme etat (third estate) are locked out of their meeting hall, so they adjourn to a tennis court, conveniently close at hand. Date: 20 June 1789

Background imageLocked Collection: Locked door in a small gully (alley) in Delhi, India

Locked door in a small gully (alley) in Delhi, India

Background imageLocked Collection: There is a lock upon my heart - and you have the key

There is a lock upon my heart - and you have the key - A romantic Valentines Day card with a blue background

Background imageLocked Collection: Digital illustration locked caster

Digital illustration locked caster

Background imageLocked Collection: Wheel clamp on a car

Wheel clamp on a car

Background imageLocked Collection: Post in concrete bedding, secured with padlock

Post in concrete bedding, secured with padlock

Background imageLocked Collection: Picture No. 11671299

Picture No. 11671299
Red Deer pair of stags rutting with antlers locked together Autumn. Date:

Background imageLocked Collection: A finger pillory, used in the 15th century, from The National and Domestic History

A finger pillory, used in the 15th century, from The National and Domestic History
KW322636 A finger pillory, used in the 15th century, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Background imageLocked Collection: Annunciation, Paulus Mondekens, Cornelis Cort, Federico Zuccaro, 1600 - 1699

Annunciation, Paulus Mondekens, Cornelis Cort, Federico Zuccaro, 1600 - 1699

Background imageLocked Collection: Castle Coensborg in Laken, Hans Collaert I, Hans Bol, Claes Jansz. Visscher II, 1530-1580

Castle Coensborg in Laken, Hans Collaert I, Hans Bol, Claes Jansz. Visscher II, 1530-1580

Background imageLocked Collection: A pug is combed with a brush by its owner, outdoor

A pug is combed with a brush by its owner, outdoor

Background imageLocked Collection: Border fortification between Israel and the Palestinian territories in the West Bank near

Border fortification between Israel and the Palestinian territories in the West Bank near Ramallah, Middle East

Background imageLocked Collection: Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)

Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)

Background imageLocked Collection: Senior woman listening to music in a hammock

Senior woman listening to music in a hammock

Background imageLocked Collection: Portico with pediment, St. Brendans Cathedral, Clonfert Cathedral, County Galway, Connacht

Portico with pediment, St. Brendans Cathedral, Clonfert Cathedral, County Galway, Connacht, Republic of Ireland, Europe

Background imageLocked Collection: Two signs Baden verboten and Privatgrundstueck, Betreten verboten

Two signs Baden verboten and Privatgrundstueck, Betreten verboten, German for Bathing prohibited and Private property, keep off, prohibition signs on the beach, wire mesh fence

Background imageLocked Collection: Roadblock, Werne-Stockum, Ruhrgebiet area, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Roadblock, Werne-Stockum, Ruhrgebiet area, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Background imageLocked Collection: Bandrole, warning tape, red and white, front lawn

Bandrole, warning tape, red and white, front lawn

Background imageLocked Collection: Yellow buoy in the harbour basin of Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany, Europe

Yellow buoy in the harbour basin of Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany, Europe

Background imageLocked Collection: Old wooden door with a large padlock, Bogota, Colombia, South America

Old wooden door with a large padlock, Bogota, Colombia, South America

Background imageLocked Collection: Men of Merry England - Two loons in the stocks

Men of Merry England - Two loons in the stocks Date: circa 1903

Background imageLocked Collection: Red bicycle against black iron railings with planter basket of flowers credit

Red bicycle against black iron railings with planter basket of flowers credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Background imageLocked Collection: Picture No. 10761145

Picture No. 10761145
Zambia - Tonga women and children at a not impeccable fishing practice, where tiny and not fully-grown fishes are locked in and caught. Date:




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"Unlocking the Secrets: Exploring the Fascinating World of 'Locked'" Discovering hidden treasures in South Wales, we stumble upon the mesmerizing Swing Bridge over River Neath, a symbol of connection and separation. In this quaint town of Neath, where time seems to stand still, Port Talbot's industrial charm beckons us further into its rich history. As we delve deeper into our exploration, Love Locked Out by Anna Lea Merritt captivates our hearts with its poignant portrayal from 1889. The artist's brushstrokes evoke emotions that transcend time and space, just like the love locks adorning Pont des Arts in Paris. Taking a detour from art to humor, H. M. Bateman's The Income Tax Official in Hades brings laughter amidst locked doors and bureaucratic nightmares. A satirical take on life's challenges reminds us to find joy even when faced with obstacles. Traveling back in time to Trade Union March 1874 ignites memories of battles fought for workers' rights—a reminder that unity can unlock doors previously closed. Just as Froissar chronicled the Battle of Cluys, these historical events shape our present reality. Literature enthusiasts will recognize Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde—a tale where secrets are locked away within pages bound together with words that stir souls. Similarly captivating is Tennis Court Oath—an iconic moment etched forever in French history—where citizens unlocked their destiny through solidarity. With bated breaths and trembling hands reminiscent of fairy tales past, she took then the little key and opened the door—the gateway to her dreams unlocked before her very eyes. An iron gate secured by a sturdy metal chain becomes an emblematic metaphor for overcoming barriers both physical and emotional. From China's Yangshuo Province to Brighton Bathing Boxes along Melbourne's Dendy Street Beach—locked doors hold mysteries waiting to be unraveled across continents. Each lock tells a story, waiting for the right key to unlock its secrets.