Pylon Collection (page 5)

Power pylons at sunset, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Temple of Edfu, ancient Apollinopolis, Upper Egypt, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Temple of Edfu, ancient Apollinopolis, Upper Egypt, 19th century. Dedicated to the Ancient Egyptian god Horus, the temple at Edfu was built between 237 and 57 BC during the Ptolemaic period

Pylon at Karnak, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Pylon at Karnak, c1880 (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

British rigid airship R101 riding at her mooring mast at Cardington, Bedfordshire, c1929 (c1937). The R101 was one of a pair of British rigid airships completed in 1929 as part of a government

Great Temple, Luxor, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Great Temple, Luxor, Egypt, c1890. The temple of Luxor was begun by Amenhotep III in the 14th century BC and later extended by Rameses II in the 13th century BC. Lantern slide

Propylon of the third Ptolemy at Karnak, Egypt, 1933-1934. The gateway was built by Ptolemy III in the 3rd century BC although the Karnak temple itself is older

The pylon and court of the temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The pylon and court of the temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt, 1900....this present building was begun by Ptolemy III in 237 BC. and completed as it in now in 57 BC. It is constructed of sandstone

Gateway to the Temple complex of Karnak, Luxor, Egypt, 20th century
One of the doors of the Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt, 20th century. The gateway was built by Ptolemy III in the 3rd century BC although the temple itself is older

The Temple of Isis at Philae, Egypt, 20th century. The temple dedicated to Isis on the island of Philae was built in the Ptolemaic period

Grand Temple of Amun-Re, Karnak, Luxor, Egypt, 20th Century. Looking along the avenue of rams head sphinxes towards the entrance to the temple

Gateway in front of the Temple of Khonsu, Karnak, Egypt, 20th Century
Gateway to the Temple of Khonsu, Karnak, Egypt, 20th Century. Khonsu (Chons) was an Ancient Egyptian deity associated with the Moon

Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt, 20th Century. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, the temple of Edfu was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC

Temple of Asseboua, Nubia, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: Hector Horeau
Temple of Asseboua, Nubia, Egypt, 19th century. An avenue of sphinxes leading towards a pylon. Two temples were built at Wadi al-Sabua in the 18th and 19th dynasties by Amenhotep III and Rameses II

Temple facade and interior, Edfu, Egypt, 1841. Artist: Himley
Temple facade and interior, Edfu, Egypt, 1841. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France

Temple of Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1852. Artist: Maxime du Camp
Temple of Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1852. The Ancient Egyptian Temple of Isis at Philae was built during the Ptolemaic period. Maxime du Camp was a French writer and photographer

Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. Artist: Felix Bonfils
Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1878. Pylon of the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, built between 237 and 57 BC. From Album of Photographs, Egypt and Nubia, by Felix Bonfils, 1878

Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Temple of Isis, Philae, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. Artist: Henri Bechard
Edfu, Nubia, Egypt, 1887. The Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, built between 237 and 57 BC. From the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Abstract visualization, electricity pylon, looking up

Footbridge over Railway tracks, Kennington

Mother and Child III - pylons in Kennington

Beneath the pylon - mono

Underneath the pylon - monochrome

Underneath the pylon

Under the pylons, Kennington

Beneath the pylon

Fisheye view under electricity pylon

Electricity pylon

Electricity Pylons - mother and child

Mother and Child I - pylons in Kennington

Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington (monochrome)

Under the pylon - monochrome

Mother and Child II - pylons in Kennington

The Temple of Khonsu, Karnak, Egypt - Gateway of Ptolemy III
The Gateway of Ptolemy III Euergetes at the Temple of Khonsu at Karnak is located in the southwest corner of the precinct of Amun in Luxor (ancient Thebes)

Lanner Falcon sitting on a pylon against a blue sky, Falco biarmicus, Morocco

Petra Wadi Musa Pylon south entrance el Muzlim
Petra. (Wadi Musa). Pylon at south entrance of el Muzlim tunnel with crow-step frieze. 1920, Jordan, Petra (Extinct city)

Village Pylon Edfu Village et Pylone d Edfou
Village and Pylon of Edfu, Village et Pylone d Edfou; Antonio Beato (English, born Italy, about 1835 - 1906); 1880 - 1889; Albumen silver print

Egyptian views Temple Horus Edfu View pylon 1900
Egyptian views Temple of Horus, Edfu. View from pylon 1900, Egypt, Idfū

Temple Edfu Door Pylon 1850 John Frederick Lewis
The Temple of Edfu: The Door of the Pylon, 1850. John Frederick Lewis (British, 1805-1876). Watercolor (wash and point of brush work) and gouache and graphite

Electricity Pylons

Silhouette Of Large Metal Powerline Towers With Colourful Clouds And Sun; Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Silhouette Of Large Metal Powerline Towers With Glowing Sky; Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The Abstract
Kahar Lagaa

Standard 10, Jimmy Ray, winner of 1955 R. A. C. Rally. Creator: Unknown
Standard 10, Jimmy Ray, winner of 1955 R.A.C. Rally

The Mersey Tunnel - under the River Mersey between Liverpool and Birkenhead - interior and associated structures - The Ventilating Shaft at Pier Head, the Junction Chamber

Luxor Temple. Battle of Kadesh. Relief. Detail. Egypt
Relief depicting egyptian war chariots at the Battle of Kadesh. 13th century B.C. New Kingdom. First Pylon of the Temple of Luxor. Thebes. Egypt

Postcard advertisement, Transelektro, Budapest, Hungary
Postcard advertisement for Transelektro, electrical manufacturers, Budapest, Hungary. Date: circa 1960s

Picture No. 11672428
Osprey nesting on a electric power pylon. Date:

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"Powering the Nation: A Glimpse into England's Pylon Network" From the picturesque Norfolk coastline to the rugged landscapes of Northumberland, electricity pylons stand tall, silently carrying power across the UK. These towering structures form an intricate web of energy distribution, connecting communities and industries alike. In Norfolk, a pylon line stretches as far as the eye can see, its metal giants marching in unison against a backdrop of rolling hills and endless skies. Further north in Northumberland, these steel sentinels dot the horizon, their presence reminding us of our reliance on electricity for modern living. Wendover boasts an impressive electricity pylon that stands proudly near Ferrybridge Power Station in North Yorkshire. This colossal structure symbolizes both progress and stability as it supports our ever-growing demand for energy. Crossing over the mighty River Tyne from Ryton to Newburn in Tyne & Wear, electricity pylons bridge gaps both physical and metaphorical. They connect not only landmasses but also people's lives with a constant flow of power. As dusk settles over Dorset's snow-covered farmland, transmission pylons become silhouettes against a vibrant sunset sky. Their resilience is evident even amidst harsh winter conditions; they continue to serve diligently despite nature's challenges. Sizewell A nuclear power station may be closed now, but nearby Sizewell B remains operational thanks to these steadfast pylons. Standing alongside Alexandra Palace or Hoover Dam's iconic landmarks, they remind us that reliable energy sources are vital for society's functioning. Even on Manchester's outskirts lies an inconspicuous substation - unsung heroes ensuring uninterrupted power supply to urban areas. In rural landscapes at dusk or dawn when all seems calm and serene, pylons blend seamlessly into their surroundings while fulfilling their crucial role behind-the-scenes. These snapshots offer glimpses into England’s vast network of pylons – silent guardians delivering electrical energy to every corner of the nation.