Monochrome Collection (#10)

The Night Walkers (oil on board)
NGW185767 The Night Walkers (oil on board) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 28.9x18.7 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Rue de Gravilliers, from the rue du Temple, Paris, 1865-68 (b/w photo)
XIR196936 Rue de Gravilliers, from the rue du Temple, Paris, 1865-68 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Neath, from the South Side of the River (w/c & pencil on paper)
NGW387992 Neath, from the South Side of the River (w/c & pencil on paper) by Hornor, Thomas (1785-1844); 17.3x31.1 cm; National Museum Wales; (add.info)

Winifred John in a large hat (charcoal on paper)
NGW385970 Winifred John in a large hat (charcoal on paper) by John, Gwen (1876-1939); 31.3x23.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Jews of Mesopotamia, 1893 (engraving)
JAB702661 Jews of Mesopotamia, 1893 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Barriere d'Italie, from the rue Gerard, Paris, 1865-68 (b/w photo)
XIR196937 Barriere d'Italie, from the rue Gerard, Paris, 1865-68 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Abstract black and white beach landscape, tropical nature. Artistic resort with wooden jetty into paradise island. Dramatic island, shore, coast with

Selective color tropical beach background as summer landscape with beach swing or hammock monochrome beach banner. Perfect beach scene vacation

Black and white landscape sand waves beach summer sky. Panoramic beach landscape. Tropical beach seascape. Relaxing summer vibes positive mood inspire

Dramatic summer beach landscape. Luxury vacation and holiday concept, summer travel in black and white. Panoramic landscape of sunset beach

Silhouettes of palm trees on tropical beach. Dramatic dark beach scenery, cloudy sky, palm trees silhouette. Monochrome beach landscape

Aerial drone shoot from above black sand beach. Nature texture, monochrome process, beach landscape, tropical pattern

Black and white view of beautiful beach with palm trees. Endless white sandy beach landscape, cloudy seascape view. Dramatic nature background

Square pink watercolor paper as background. Seamless square texture, tile ready Square pink watercolor paper as background. Seamless square texture, tile ready

Stunning lavender field landscape Summer sunset in monochrome. Black and white view of lonely tree, dramatic nature background

Houses of Santorini in black and white. Monochrome travel landscape, Greek architecture, summer vacation, holiday vibes. Greece village view

Black and white image of white architecture in Santorini Oia, Greece. Monochrome travel landscape. Dramatic process, Aegean sea in black and white

Black and white image of church in Santorini Oia, Greece. Abstract monochrome photo, white architecture under dark sky. Artistic background

Black and white image of tropical beach. Coast of tropical island. Black-white photo

Monochrome tropical beach as summer landscape with beach swing or hammock and white sand calm sea black beach banner. Perfect beach scene vacation

Monochrome lavender fields. Beautiful image of lavender field, artistic abstract process in black and white. Summer sunset landscape, contrasting

Black and white abstract landscape of tropical beach. Paradise island, with calm sea sand and palm trees, artistic dramatic black and white monochrome

Black and white, Santorini island, Greece. Incredibly romantic summer landscape on Santorini. Oia village. Amazing view with white houses. Artistic

View across Talisker Beach, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK, October 2012

Monochrome image of waterfall breaking on rocks at the base of Lodore Falls, Lake District NP, Cumbria, England, UK, November

Domestic cat, Norwegian Forest / Skogkatt / Skaukatt / Weegie, two longhaired kittens, tabby left and black and white on right, sitting portrait

Ancient Beech woodland (Fagus sylvatica) in mist, significant wood pasture in Saxon part of Transylvannia. Romania, October 2010

Coastal mountains, Svalbard, Norway, September 2009

Clouds over coastal mountains, Svalbard, Norway, September 2009

View of mountains across the valley from Kaunergrat visitor's centre, with mist in the valley, near Fliess, Naturpark Kaunergrat, Tirol, Austria, July 2008

Clouds over coastal mountains, Svalbard, Norway, September 2009

Zebra (Equus quagga) foal peering over its mother's striped back. Monochrome. Etosha National Park, Namibia, January

The Grosvenor Family by C R Leslie
The Grosvenor Family, monochrome reproduction of a painting by C R Leslie, with key. Date: 1833

Lord Palmerston
Engraving From 1873 Featuring The British Prime Minister, Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston Also Known As Lord Palmerston. Lord Palmerston Lived From 1784 Until 1865

Lord Palmerston - Victorian engraving
Head and shoulders portrait of Viscount Palmerston (1784-1865), who was British Prime Minister from 1855-1858 and 1859-1865

View from London Road Station, Hoyle's Print Works (w/c on paper)
2647447 View from London Road Station, Hoyle's Print Works (w/c on paper) by Tidmarsh, Henry Edward (1855-1939); 36x48 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The Heart of the Oak Inn, c. 1794 (w/c on paper)
495766 The Heart of the Oak Inn, c.1794 (w/c on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 26.1x21 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

The Grey Dress, 1884 (oil on canvas)
1199810 The Grey Dress, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Sickert, Walter Richard (1860-1942); 50.9x30.2 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Coronation Chair with the Stone of Scone
The ancient Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey, London, containing the Stone of Scone. The Chair was made for King Edward I to hold the Stone of Scone which he brought from Scotland in 1296

Map of Australasia (1898 engraving)
Old map of Australasia from 1898

Map of Australasia (1882 engraving)
Old map of Australasia from "Royal Geographical Readers no. 5" of Asia, Africa, America and Oceania, publ. T Nelson & Sons, London in 1883

Fugen, Muromachi Period (ink & colour on silk)
931412 Fugen, Muromachi Period (ink & colour on silk) by Eiga, Takuma (14th Century); 67.7x41.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Samantabhadra)

Landscape with cow's shadow (Landschaft mit Shattenkuh), 1939 (oil on canvas)
2596983 Landscape with cow's shadow (Landschaft mit Shattenkuh), 1939 (oil on canvas) by Spies, Walter (1895-1942); Arma Museum, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Peggy Hopkins Joyce raises a glass of beer to celebrate the end of Prohibition, Hollywood, California, 1933 (b/w photo)
1142633 Peggy Hopkins Joyce raises a glass of beer to celebrate the end of Prohibition, Hollywood, California, 1933 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

England, Northumberland, Cambois. Marker posts in the north sea near Blyth

England, County Durham, Tees Dale. Farm building in a sheep field near to Bowlees

Physical examination for U. S. army, 1917 (b/w photo)
5053977 Physical examination for U.S. army, 1917 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: The United States declared war on Germany in April 1917)

Saint Lucy, c. 1510 (engraving)
883326 Saint Lucy, c.1510 (engraving) by Master I.I.C.A. (fl.c.1500-1510); 19.7x16.2 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: Lucia of Syracuse (283-304)

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"Exploring the Monochrome: A Journey through Time and Inspiration" Step into a world where shades of black and white intertwine, revealing stories that transcend centuries. Just like Janus, the Roman god of beginnings and transitions, monochrome captures the duality of existence in its purest form. In 1919, as a solar eclipse painted the sky with ethereal darkness, Richard Feynman pondered the mysteries of our universe. His caricature C015/6715 immortalizes his brilliance amidst this monochromatic spectacle. Gaudi's whimsical chimneys atop Casa Mila (La Pedrera), a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Barcelona, stand proudly against a monochrome backdrop. They remind us that even in simplicity lies extraordinary beauty - just like heroes who emerged victorious from the Trojan War. Dmitri Mendeleev's caricature transports us to an era when he meticulously arranged elements on his periodic table. In this grayscale realm, knowledge shines brighter than ever before. A broken wrist bone reveals itself through an X-ray C017/7187; a stark reminder that even in moments of vulnerability, strength can be found within ourselves. The enigmatic Count of St Germain emerges from history books as a French alchemist who sought eternal life. In monochrome hues, we glimpse his quest for immortality through shadows cast by ancient secrets. Amidst Lac Le Jeune Provincial Park's tranquil waters stands a common loon adult carrying its chick on its back. This heartwarming scene reminds us that love knows no boundaries - not even color or shade. Epicycles dance around Mercury and Venus in an intricate celestial ballet captured by 1823 C017/8061 artwork. Monochrome unveils their cosmic harmony while inviting us to marvel at nature's grand design. An 1889 bonsai dwarf pine tells tales of patience and dedication; it embodies resilience against time's relentless march forward.