Scaffold Collection (#16)

"Scaffold: A Testament to Human Ingenuity and Progress" Throughout history

Scaffold Collection: Installation of the roof for a liquid methane tank

Installation of the roof for a liquid methane tank
Two welders, standing on a scaffold, use spanners to tighten the nuts securing sections of the centrepoint of a large domed roof for an aluminium liquid methane tank at Canvey Island

Scaffold Collection: Seam welding under arc lighting

Seam welding under arc lighting
A stunning composition photograph of two welders seam welding the domed aluminium roof of a liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Scaffold Collection: Building the framework for a domed roof

Building the framework for a domed roof
A welder seam welds aluminium plate whilst sitting on the edge of a centre section of a domed roof, built to cover a liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Underground Pipes
A worker turns a valve, while standing next to two pipes, possibly containing water or gas. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Scaffold Collection: Building the roof of a liquid methane tank

Building the roof of a liquid methane tank
Two welders work on the domed aluminium roof of a large liquid methane tank at Canvey Island. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Scaffold Collection: Marie Antoinette on her way to the scaffold, Paris, 1793

Marie Antoinette on her way to the scaffold, Paris, 1793
Engraving showing Marie Antoinette (1755-1793), the wife of King Louis XVI of France, being taken from her prison cell to the guillotine, October 1793

BIG BEN IN SPLINTS
Big Ben in splints ! Scaffolding covers the famous London clock tower (Big Ben being the name of the huge bell within it), Westminster, London, during renovation work

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"Scaffold: A Testament to Human Ingenuity and Progress" Throughout history, scaffolds have played a vital role in the construction of some of the world's most iconic structures. Dating back to 1827, bricklayers relied on these temporary frameworks as they meticulously built walls that would stand the test of time. One such example is Big Ben, whose majestic clock tower stood tall under a scaffold during its construction. The sight of this towering landmark shrouded in metal beams only added to its mystique and grandeur. Across the Atlantic Ocean, another symbol of freedom took shape amidst scaffolding - the Statue of Liberty. In Paris, craftsmen carefully assembled each piece under their watchful eyes, ensuring Lady Liberty would rise triumphantly above New York Harbor. Scaffolds also served as platforms for progress in other industries. In 1934, an awe-inspiring view captured Queen Mary at Clydebank shipyard in Glasgow. This giant Cunard liner showcased human achievement and engineering prowess against a backdrop of steel bars. Artists too found inspiration within these temporary structures. Francois Rude immortalized his work on canvas while working on the Arc de Triomphe in 1893. His brushstrokes encapsulated both beauty and labor intertwined within each stroke. Closer to home, bridges like Needle Eye Bridge over M1 at Barnsley stood proud thanks to scaffolding support during their construction phase. These architectural marvels connected communities and paved way for progress across South Yorkshire. In Cornwall's tin mining industry during the 19th century, miners relied on sturdy scaffolds deep underground as they extracted precious resources from Mother Earth's embrace – a testament to human resilience even in treacherous conditions. Religion too found solace within scaffolded walls; St George's Cathedral proudly claimed its title as one of the largest wooden churches globally—a spiritual sanctuary crafted with meticulous precision by skilled hands supported by timber frames reaching towards heaven. Even the most iconic structures required temporary support.