Protecting Collection (#27)

Meerka (Suricata suricatta) with young, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa, Africa

Vervet monkey (Cercopithecus aethiops), with baby, Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Chacma baboon (Papio cynocephalus), with infant, Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Stone lions, Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu valley, Nepal. Foggy winter dawn, november 2005

Toshogu Shrine, a guard of the Omote gate, Nikko, Honshu, Japan

Castle guard, Prague Castle, Powder Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Single mother, conceptual artwork. Single mother holding her daughter as arms reach out towards them. These could represent the helping hands of family, friends and social workers

Mother and baby
MODEL RELEASED. Mother and baby. Mother holding her sleeping 7-month-old baby daughter

Plane Attacks Balloon
A British biplane attacks a balloon protecting an enemy airship shed near Ghent

Protecting Rail, Canada
A train emerges from a rail shed, timber-built to withstand even an avalanche

Sunburn Lotion
BRUNI-PLAGE softens your skin, gives you a tan, while protecting you

Varnished Nail Guard
Nail guards. An American idea for protecting varnished nails until they are thoroughly dry. Date: 1930s

Mother / Child / Hug 1905
Mother gives her little child a big hug

Shiva Drinks the Poison
The god SHIVA saves humanity by drinking the poison which springs from the churning of the ocean, showing that he is a protecting deity as well as a destructive one

Chester Street Scene
Old Bridge Street, Chester, lined with picturesque buildings many of which project over the street protecting pedestrians from rain and sun

Buddhas Superiority
SIDDHARTHA GAUTAMA, known as the BUDDHA ( Enlightened One ) As a child, he demonstrates to his family that he possesses divine powers, with celestial forces protecting him

Protecting Pedestrians
In view of the frequency of aviation crashes, prudent pedestrians (and their dogs) will take steps to safeguard themselves when they venture into the open

Battle of Somo-Sierra
PENINSULA CAMPAIGN Battle of SOMO-SIERRA Napoleon directs a cavalry charge against a Spanish battery protecting the road to Madrid

Tibetan Amulet-Box
TIBETAN AMULET-BOX This contained scrolls bearing magic formulae, protecting the wearer from demons and spirits

Albinus saving the Vestal Virgins from the Gauls
When the Gauls attack Rome, a plebeian named Albinus helps the fleeing Vestal Virgins by taking them in his cart to the city of Cumae, where they find shelter in a temple

Rattlesnake attacked by birds
A rattlesnake meets with opposition when it goes birds nesting

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"Guardians of Prosperity: Embracing the Divine Blessings and Natural Defenders" In a world where protection is paramount, we find solace in various forms. Just as Tsai Shen Yeh watches over our wealth, the Great Pyrenees stands tall as a faithful guardian. Like Leon-Maxime Faivre's "Two Mothers, " they embody the essence of maternal protection. Through history's lens, we witness Paolo Uccello's depiction of "The Battle of San Romano, " reminding us that safeguarding what we hold dear requires strength and resilience. And just as contact lenses shield our vision, so too do they symbolize our commitment to protecting clarity in every aspect of life. Within the Manneken Pis Postcard Album lies an image capturing a nun surrounded by children—a testament to nurturing souls who protect innocence with unwavering devotion. Mrs Sullivan from Covent Garden Market embodies the guardianship bestowed upon nature's bounties. In Monterey Bay, USA, sea otters cradle their young pups in their natal pelage—nature's way of ensuring safety amidst turbulent waters. As flags flutter atop Fortress El Morro in Puerto Rico, they stand for unity and defense against adversity. Amidst icy landscapes in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, polar bears teach us about familial bonds forged through protection and love. Solar panels harness energy from the sun—an emblematic shield against environmental harm while embracing sustainable solutions. Lastly, within the Pentagram Sigil lies ancient symbolism representing spiritual guardianship—a reminder that protecting one's soul is equally vital. From divine blessings to earthly defenders; whether it be wealth or wildlife; art or technology—we are reminded that protecting what matters most unites us all on this journey called life.