Restoring Collection (#4)

Greek Court
circa 1852: Building commences in the Greek Court of the Crystal Palace during its reconstruction at Sydenham Hill, South London. (Photo by Philip Henry Delamotte/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Crystal Fountains
circa 1880: Fountains outside the Crystal Palace, the exhibition hall designed by Sir Joseph Paxton and reconstructed at Sydenham in south London. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Re-Built City
10th April 1956: St Pauls cathedral skyline and some of the reconstruction being carried out in London after the war. (Photo by Monty Fresco Jnr/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cyrus Restoring the Vessels of the Temple, by Gustave Dorafaa
Cyrus Restoring the Vessels of the Temple, by Gustave Dorafa

Scotland, Cawdor Castle, renovated gypsy caravan in grounds

Light-reactive dental filling, artwork
Light-reactive dental filling. Computer artwork showing a blue light (top left) being used to harden a composite dental filling in a tooth (lower right)

Root canal dental treatment, artwork
Root canal dental treatment. Computer artwork showing a drill (top left) being used to clear out the root canals (blue) of a decayed tooth

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5731
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5733
Historic canon restoration, France. Close-up of an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France, being restored

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5730
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5732
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Historic canon restoration, France C015 / 5729
Historic canon restoration, France. Worker restoring an 18th Century Prussian bronze canon from the Battery Royal des Invalides, Paris, France

Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop C013 / 7371
Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica C013 / 7362
Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Christ restoring sight to the blind man. Date c1873

Coiffurine for strengthening, restoring & dressing the hair... Date c1870. Coiffurine for strengthening, restoring & dressing the hair... Date c1870

Brighton Hair Restorer prepared by Lewis and Burrows Ltd. Date: C.1900

Restoration Area sign in forest, restoration through natural regeneration and reforestation with endemic forest tree species, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River N.P

Recently purchased land for fen habitat restoration project, Little Ouse Headwaters Project, Webbs Fen, Thelnetham, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, may

Information sign at recently purchased land for fen habitat restoration project, Little Ouse Headwaters Project, Webbs Fen, Thelnetham, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, may

Public footpath sign with regulations for restoring disturbed crossfield footpaths, at edge of field in arable farmland, Bacton, Suffolk, England, april

Tree clearance and log piles on recently purchased land for fen habitat restoration project, Little Ouse Headwaters Project, Webb's Fen, Thelnetham, Little Ouse Valley, Suffolk, England, june

Rehabilitation exercises, artwork
Rehabilitation exercises. Computer artwork showing a man performing exercises as part of physical therapy aimed at maintaining and restoring maximum movement following an injury

Post war reconstruction / W H Robinson
Restoring a shattered sign post. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Restoring belfry / W H Robinson
Restoring the belfry of a village church shattered during the second world war. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Patriotic Postcard in favour of the Constitution
Patriotic Postcard in favour of the Turkish Constitution. The revolution of 1908 resulted in the Sultan restoring the constitution - it having been suspended for more than 30 years

Help from Indian Deity
An Indian patient is taken to the temple of Ixora, in the hope that the deity will reward his faith by restoring him to health

Lace-Cleaning & Repair
A photograph showing a woman at work restoring and cleaning lace, a possible occupation a lady could do from home in the early 20th century

Notre Dame Celebrations
Parisians flock into Notre- Dame to thank God for restoring Alsace-Lorraine to France, after he had allowed the Germans to keep it since 1871

St Nicolas / Myra / Heures
SAINT NICOLAS, bishop of Myra, depicted restoring to life three boys who had been intended by a butcher for sausage-meat

Repair work on Itmad-Ud-Daulahs tomb, Agra, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Workers on bamboo scaffolding applying fresh gold leaf to the Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Child Restored to Life
When a child falls from a window, it is restored to life by Santa Margherita di Cortona

Restoration of Sphinx
Restoring the Sphinx

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"Restoring the Past: From Ancient Birds to Cultural Heritage" The Mauritian Dodo, a compact bird with its distinctive curved brown bill and brown feet, captured in a side view - a reminder of the importance endangered species for future generations. Journey to the oasis of Ghadames in Libya, a UNESCO World Heritage site where restoration efforts have preserved its cultural significance and architectural beauty. Witnessing the sacred ritual of Female Initiation - an ancient tradition that celebrates womanhood and emphasizes the need to restore gender equality across societies. Unveiling forgotten knowledge from history's pages: Directions for restoring apparently lifeless individuals, as issued by the Royal Humane Society in May 1872 - highlighting humanity's continuous quest for revival and renewal. Retablissement du culte catholique (1802) by Thomas-Charles Naudet showcases how art can play a role in restoring faith during challenging times, offering solace and inspiration to believers. Restoring damaged Cotswold stone walls near Winchcombe in Gloucestershire, UK – preserving historical architecture brick by brick while honoring our heritage. Exploring Cawdor Castle in Scotland reveals renovated gypsy caravans on its grounds – showcasing how restoration breathes new life into old structures while maintaining their charm and character. Reflecting on Cyrus at Babylon through Gustave Doré's Bible engravings reminds us of ancient empires' restorative acts towards religious artifacts – emphasizing respect for diverse cultures throughout history. Capturing moments frozen in time: The Louvre colonnade photographed during restoration on September 8th, 1966 – symbolizing ongoing efforts to preserve artistic masterpieces for future generations to enjoy. Encouraging national unity through financial recovery: Subscribe to the National Loan (1920) lithograph demonstrates collective efforts aimed at restoring economies and rebuilding nations after times of crisis.