Rising Collection

Earthrise over Moon, Apollo 8. This famous image, one of the first of the Earth seen from another world, was taken by US astronauts on board the Apollo 8 spacecraft on 24th December 1968 as they

Photograph of Rising Sun PH, Chelmsford, Essex. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Earthrise photograph, artwork
Earthrise photograph. Artwork based on the famous Earthrise photographs taken by the Apollo 8 astronauts Frank Borman and William Anders

Felix Dzerzhinsky
FELIX DZERZHINSKY Polish/Russian agitator, banished to Siberia, exiled for part in 1905 rising, returned 1917, head of secret police (Cheka) etc

Easter Rising 1916
O.P.S soldiers firing from rooftops in Dublin during the Easter rising of 1916

Countess Constance Markievicz (1868 - 1927)
Constance Markievicz, the elder daughter of Sir Henry Gore-Booth. While living in Paris she met the Polish Count Casimir Markievicz who she married in 1900

Victoria Falls at Sunrise, by Thomas Baines
Victoria Falls at Sunrise with The Smoke or Spraycloud, by Thomas Baines (1820-1875). Date: 1863

Overhead view of Dublin during the Easter Rising
A birds eye view of Dublin looking westward up the River Liffey, showing positions held by the Sinn Feiners during the Easter Rising in April 1916

Earth from the Moon
Earth rising above the Moon. This image was taken from 112 kilometres above the Moon during the Apollo 8 mission on 24th December 1968

Moon rising over Earths horizon, composite image. The blue haze of Earths atmosphere can be seen above the horizon. Earth is thought to be the only planet in the solar system that can support life

Easter Rising commerated, 1932
Five battalions of the Irish Republican Army marching passed the General Post Office in Dublin on Easter Sunday, 1932, to commerate the Easter Rising of 1916

History of England. Peasants revolt led by Wat Tyler in 1381. Meeting between Wat Tyler and the revolutionary priest John Ball. Detail. Miniature of the 15th century by Froissart

Castle Rising / Norfolk
Castle Rising, Norfolk (built by William d Albini in 1176)

Amazing Stories Scifi Magazine Cover with Hidden Lunar City
HIDDEN CITY by Chesters Geier. Two spacemen spot a hidden circular city rising out of a crater on a seemingly deserted moon Date: 1947

The Easter Rising - Dublin, Ireland
The Easter Rising also known as the Easter (or Irish ) Rebellion and referred to erroneously in some contemporary British reports as the Sinn Fein Rebellion - an armed insurrection staged in Ireland

Preparations for the Easter (Dublin) Rising of 1916 Mary Spring Rice and Molly Childers on the yacht Asgard bring guns from Germany to the Irish Volunteers, July 1914

England / Thaxted
High Street, Thaxted, Essex, with the fine spire of its Cathedral of Essex church, rising high above the ancient timbered Moot Hall

The Personification of Finland (Suomi)
The Female Personification of Finland (Suomi), holding aloft the National Flag over the sun rising across the Finnish lakes

Margaret Murray recruiting for the Jacobites, 1745
Margaret Fergusson Murray, Jacobite supporter and wife of (later turncoat) John Murray of Broughton, recruits supporters to the cause and distributes white cockades, the symbol of the Jacobite cause

American Indians. Sitting Bull, Chief of the Sioux
Portrait of Sitting Bull with elaborate feathered head dress reaching to the ground. Sitting Bull lead the resistance against the Americans which culminated in the defeat of General Custer

The Big Buddha statue, Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Flora MacDonald, Scottish Jacobite heroine, friend and helper of Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie)

Tarot Card 10 - La Roue de Fortune (The Wheel of Fortune)

A climber on the classic extreme route Raven Wall on the cliffs at Bosigran, near St. Just, West Penwith, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Jack and Jill. Within four miles of London, the friends see the sun rising over St Pauls Cathedral. Date: 1914

International baking powder. Manufactured by Queen City Chemical Co. Buffalo, N.Y. Advertisement for International brand baking powder, showing a cat awakened by bread rising. Date c1885

Eilean Donan castle at high tide. The castle is located on a small island in Loch Duich, in the western Highlands, Scotland, UK

Freemasons at the Royal Albert Hall
The installation of his Royal Highness Albert Edward, Prince of Wales as Grand Master of the freemasons of England at the Royal Albert Hall, London

Cable car approaching Aiguille du Midi summit, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, French Alps, France, Europe

Nigerian Rising 1895
Native Nigerians rebel against the Royal Niger Company, which gives place to a protectorate five years later

Wellington Cable Car, Wellington, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Folklore / Birds / Phoenix
rising from the flames

Attack on the Wexford Rebels, Ireland, 26 May 1798, in response to an uprising at Oulart Hill led by Father John Murphy (visible on the far right). Date: 1798

Cartoon, The Federal Phoenix (Abraham Lincoln)
Cartoon, The Federal Phoenix -- Abraham Lincoln portrayed as a phoenix rising from the flames as he is re-elected President. Date: 1864

Easter Rising / Liberty Hq
Liberty Hall, Dublin, the rebel headquarters after the storming. Date: May 1916

Tarot Card 10 - La Roue de Fortune (The Wheel of Fortune)

The Ascension of Jesus - Acts 1. circa 1688

The Russo-Japanese War - Japanese Naval Admirals
The Russo-Japanese War (1904-05) - Japanese Naval Admirals Date: circa 1905

Rising floor for Bridge players / W H Robinson
A rising floor in the cars cabin which seconds as a Bridge table can allow those who are keen on both card games and motoring to engage in both pastimes simultaneously

Winter sunrise over isolated cottage with Barn Owl
The weak yellow light of the winter sun rising over a desolate snowy scene surrounding a solitary farmhouse. A landing barn owl has been added to the border framing the scene

Christ Rising from the Tomb and Roman Soldiers Fleeing
Artist: Winck, Christian (attributed to) - Title: Christ Rising from the Tomb and Roman Soldiers Fleeing - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Board 36 x 27

Wall mural of Tommy Sands with Moya & Fionan at Belfast
Belfast. Wall mural of Tommy Sands with Moya & Fionan - Rising from the troubles. Date: 2011

Poster, New York World's Fair, The World of Tomorrow
Travel poster, designed by Joseph Binder, New York World?s Fair, The World of tomorrow, 1939, Grinnell Litho, New York, USA

Battle of Edgehill, the rising of the people in defence of liberty. Prince Rupert of the Rhine, Duke of Cumberland, leading the Royalist cavalry. Date: 23 October 1642

Litttle Redfish Lake, SNRA, Idaho - red glow and reflections of Mt. Heyburn from the rising sun

Climber on the Masara-Corda Rossa via ferrata, Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy, Europe

Balloon ascent on Queen Victorias birthday

Tzu-Hsi Dowager Empress
TZU-HSI, aka HSIAO-CH IN &c, generally known as the dowager empress : Manchu ruler who resisted reform, European influences etc, supported the Boxer rising. 1835 - 1908

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"Rising: A Celestial Symphony and a Tapestry of History" In the vast expanse of space, Earthrise over Moon captivates our imagination, reminding us of Apollo 8's historic journey. The iconic Earthrise photograph has become an artwork that symbolizes humanity's boundless curiosity and exploration. While gazing at this remarkable sight, we reflect on the individuals who shaped history. From Felix Dzerzhinsky to Countess Constance Markievicz, their indomitable spirits rose above challenges and left an enduring legacy. An overhead view of Dublin during the Easter Rising transports us back to a pivotal moment in Ireland's struggle for independence. The echoes of the Peasants revolt led by Wat Tyler in 138 resonate with those fighting for justice throughout time. Imagination takes flight as we uncover hidden lunar cities on Amazing Stories Scifi Magazine Covers. These visions inspire us to dream beyond earthly boundaries and embrace possibilities yet unseen. The Easter Rising holds a special place in our collective memory; its commemoration in 1932 reminds us of the sacrifices made for freedom. As we witness Earth from the Moon, we are reminded that even from afar, our planet continues to rise above adversity. Moon rising over Earth's horizon evokes awe-inspiring beauty while serving as a reminder that hope can emerge even in darkness. In 1916, amidst preparations for the Easter (Dublin) Rising, Mary Spring Rice and Molly exemplified courage and determination. As these diverse threads intertwine through time and space, they weave together a tapestry depicting humanity's relentless pursuit of progress. "Rising" encapsulates not only physical ascension but also resilience against all odds – an eternal testament to human spirit soaring towards new horizons.