Purification Collection (#4)

Purification system in a vodka factory C018 / 2323
Vodka manufacture. View of part of the purification system in a bottling plant at a vodka factory. Photographed in Moscow, Russia

Copper plates at a refinery C018 / 2348
Copper production. Stacks of copper plates at a refinery. These are cathode plates, steel sheets onto which pure copper has deposited by electrolysis

Paraffin press, 1889 C013 / 8779
Paraffin press. 19th-century artwork of a machine used to produced solid paraffin wax from the paraffin distillate produced from crude oil

Carl Rogers Darnall, US Army surgeon C013 / 7259
Carl Rogers Darnall (1867-1941), US Army surgeon and chemist. Darnall invented a mechanical chlorinator to purify drinking water using liquid chlorine

Preparation of the mummies for the purification ceremony. 16th c. BC. 17th Dynasty. Wall from a Theban tomb. Egyptian art. Middle Kingdom. Painting. ITALY. Florence. National Museum of Archaeology

Humorous postcard - Workhouse Tramp gets the Order of the B
A humorous postcard showing a tramp in a workhouse being pushed towards a bath by a uniformed attendant. The Order of the Bath refers to a British order of chivalry whose name derives from

Hydrofiner at an oil refinery
Oil refinery. This is the hydrofining area, where crude oil products are processed to remove any impurities, such as sulphur

Ozone machine for water supplies. Worker checking equipment in a water pumping station room with an ozone machine (centre)

Sewage treatment plant. Aerial photograph of aeration tanks at a sewage works. This stage is used to treat sewage after most of the solid waste (sludge) has been removed in settlement tanks

Water filters, 19th century
Water filters. These simple filters are based on the siphon principle, using gravity and siphon suction to draw water through the filters and down into the flasks below

Water distillation apparatus
Distilling sea water. Drawing of an apparatus designed by one Captain Newland for distilling fresh water from salt water whilst at sea

Gas condensate processing plant. Gas condensate is a low-density mix of hydrocarbons found in natural gas deposits. The hydrocarbons may be extracted from the gas as they are essentially light

Distillation apparatus, 18th century. Artwork of the alambic equipment developed by the French chemist Jean-Antoine Chaptal (1756-1832) in 1780

Distillation apparatus, 19th century cutaway artwork. This is the system developed by the French distiller Isaac Berard circa 1805

Distillation vessel, historical artwork
Distillation vessel. Historical woodut illustration depicting a distillation vessel and its similarity to a pair of conjoined twins

Historical illustration of distillation
Distillation. Woodcut illustrations showing various means of distilling fluids. In the upper frame both direct and reflected sunshine from a window are used in an enclosed room

Distillation glassware historical artwork
Distillation vessels. Historical woodcut illustrations showing distillation vessels. At the top is a sinuous vessel with a birds head

Powdered charcoal. Charcoal is an amorphous form of carbon produced from burning wood in little or no oxygen. Charcoal can also be obtained from other substances, for example bones

Chinese New Year celebration in a temple, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Incense coils, Hong Kung Temple, Macao, China, Asia

Worshipper, Kun Iam Temple, Macau, China, Asia

Young Mangroves planted for purifying water Haller Park Mombasa Kenya
MAB-1215 Young Mangroves planted for purifying water Haller Park Mombasa Kenya Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Gennvilliers Sewageworks
View of irrigated market gardens at the Plaine de Gennevilliers near Paris

Kaffirs Purify Child
Kaffir ceremony of purification of a new-born child; in the distance, a child with birth-defects has been left for a wild beast to devour

Menstruating Jews - 2
This sunken bath is used by Jewish women in Fuerth, Bavaria, for ritual purification

Purifying chemicals in the lab
MODEL RELEASED. Purifying chemicals. The scientist is using an Isco sq 16x open access purification system. This provides a means of purifying chemicals in the laboratory rather than sending samples

Mysteries of Eleusis
An initiate into the MYSTERIES OF ELEUSIS performs the ceremony of purification

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"Purification: Cleansing the Body, Mind, and Soul" From the residfiner at an oil refinery to the dedicated oil refinery worker, purification takes many forms, and is a process that goes beyond physical cleansing; it delves into the realms of spirituality and symbolism. In Japan's Kansai region, nestled in Mount Koya, stands Ekoin temple with its water font for purification. Here, visitors immerse themselves in the serene atmosphere as they seek inner clarity and renewal. A glimpse into history reveals an Iberian Kernos from the 3rd century BC—a vessel used for ritualistic purification. Its intricate design reflects ancient beliefs in purging impurities and inviting harmony. Artistic masterpieces also capture moments of purification. "The Purification of Aeneas in the River Numicius" depicts a transformative scene where Aeneas cleanses himself before embarking on his epic journey. Religious texts recount John the Baptist baptizing Jesus—an act symbolizing spiritual rebirth. Gustave Dore's wood engraving brings this sacred moment to life, showcasing how purification transcends time and culture. Even architectural marvels contribute to this theme. The neoclassical Cisternoni of Livorno stand tall as symbols of communal purity—structures built to provide clean water for all who seek it. Japan continues its rich tradition of ceremonial purification rites at places like Adashino-nembutsu-ji in Arashiyama, Kyoto. These rituals serve as powerful reminders that cleansing extends beyond physicality—it permeates our very essence. "The Purification of the Presentation in the Temple, " an exquisite oil painting on panel, captures another significant event steeped in religious significance—a moment when Mary purified herself after childbirth according to Jewish customs. Lastly, we encounter a panel from Ghent Altarpiece's right shutter—an artwork brimming with symbolism and hidden meanings. This fragment reminds us that purification is not only a personal journey but also an integral part of collective spirituality.