Scaffolding Collection (#5)

Sanctuary of the Crucifix under construction in Boca, Novara Boca Sanctuary Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Church of S.. Trinit during restoration, Turin Turin Church Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1935-1938

Stalls under construction for the Montebello Hippodrome, Trieste Trieste Montebello Hippodrome. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Workers during the paving of the Montebello Hippodrome, Trieste Trieste Montebello Hippodrome. Date of Photograph:1935 ca

Scaffolding in a port Europe Versailles. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Inauguration of a construction company in Trieste Trieste. Date of Photograph:1890 - 1900

Group of workers on the job, probably charged with the construction of a hydroelectric installation. In the foreground the bank dotted with supporting beams. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

The city of Frankfurt Am Main with the Cathedral and the Bell Tower in construction Germany Frankfurt. Date of Photograph:1870-1880 ca

Construction work on a bridge with a group of building workers posing on the wooden scaffolding required to build the masonry structure. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

A large bridge under construction, near Gorizia, with wooden bracing Gorizia. Date of Photograph:1922 ca

The facade of the Cathedral in Florence under renovation, with the scaffolding covering the surfaces of The building Florence Church - Facade Revival styles, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Painting of the meeting between Dante and Beatrice, by Henry Holliday, in the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool Painting Pre-Raphaelitism, Nineteenth-Twenty century, 19th-20th century, Europe

Restructural work on the faade of Notre Dame in Dijon France Dijon Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1963. Date of Artwork:1220-1250 ca

A street in Sao Paulo, Brazil. In the background are numerous tall buildings Brazil Sao Paulo. Date of Photograph:1956-1957

Cinecitt: the construction of Rex the Fellini film, AMARCORD Rome Cinecitt. Date of Photograph:1975

Restoration of a temple inside of an archaeological site Greece. Date of Photograph:05/1994

An ornamental pavillion set up for the 1866 inauguration of the Canal Cavour at Chivasso. Chivasso. Date of Photograph:1866

Vienna: workers and building contractors on a scaffolding during the works for a building Austria Vienna. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Construction of the hydraulic compressors for the excavation of the Tunnel of Gottardo Switzerland San Gottardo. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Group of workers in a construction site Italy. Date of Photograph:1910-1920 ca

Works for the construction of hydraulic compressors for the tunnelling excavation at Gottardo Switzerland San Gottardo. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

View of the Castello dell'Ovo, in Naples, erected on top of a rocky outcropping Naples Fort Norman style, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Cleaning of a ship, scene of work Italy. Date of Photograph:05/07/1971

Ponte Vecchio with the scaffolding after the Florence flood of November 4, 1966 Florence. Date of Photograph:12/1966-01/1967

Workers in lunch break Italy. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

Old residence in Badia a Isola Siena Badia a Isola. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

The Santa Maria Novella train station under construction, Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1934 ca

Scaffolding on the facade of a house in Arezzo Arezzo. Date of Photograph:1930

Pompeii, archaeological excavations of 1895 Pompeii Archaeological Area. Date of Photograph:1895

Piazza della Signoria in Florence: protective scaffolding for the Fountain of Neptune in the First World War Florence Piazza della Signoria. Date of Photograph:1918

Group of miners working at the Moriani di Follonica mine. A shed is in the background. Follonica. Date of Photograph:1917

Workers on the scaffolding of the Villa of Montalto under construction in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1885-1890 ca

Animated view of Via del Corso, on the right the palace of "Rinascente" in Rome Rome Building Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India, Asia

Mining (oil on millboard)
NGW388570 Mining (oil on millboard) by Williams, Terrick (1860-1936); 25.6x15.8 cm; National Museum Wales; (add.info.: Study for a poster;); National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Shipbuilding - RMS Franconia 1910
In construction the Cunard companys steamer RMS Franconia, covered in girders and scaffolding. Franconia, was intended for the lines Boston service, between Liverpool and Boston, USA. Date: 1910

Entrepreneur and owner of the Marquee Club, Harold Pendleton seen here at Richfield Avenue, site of Reading Festival 18th June 1971

Pilgrim Street, Newcastle. October 1970

Great Western Arcade, Birmingham after it was bombed in the Second World War. Circa 1945

The toilets opposite the St Nicholas Building. 29th September 1996

Shipbuilding Yard, Glasgow, Scotland, 6th March 1971. Face of Britain 1971 Feature

Liscard shops, the new look shopping centre nearly complete. Liscard is an area of the town of Wallasey, in Merseyside. 25th October 1991

The concrete framework of the 10-storey block of flats in Hillfields rises up beyond the weather-scarred walls of derelict property in Queen Street, Coventry

Consolidation work after the fire, Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, Paris, France, Europe

Lincoln Cathedral standing proud whilst being repaired, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral, engulfed in flames
The landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral, engulfed in flames, burns on April 15, 2019, in central Paris. - A huge fire swept through the roof of the famed Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris on April 15

France-Fire-Notre Dame
Smoke billows as flames destroy the roof of the landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris on April 15, 2019. - A major fire broke out at the landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris

Drilling Work, River Fowey, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1992
A train loaded with clay wagons on the Lostwithiel to Fowey branch line, as drilling work progresses to determine the strength of the river bed alongside Pill Walk. Photographer: Jonathan Barker

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"Scaffolding: A Timeless Support System in the World of Construction and Art" Since its inception by bricklayers in 1827, it has played a crucial role in shaping iconic structures around the world. From Madison Square Garden to the Statue of Liberty, this temporary framework has witnessed history unfold. In c1883, as the Statue of Liberty took shape in Paris, scaffolding embraced Lady Liberty's grandeur during her construction. It stood tall alongside her, symbolizing progress and unity. Nottingham's Council House proudly displayed itself from South Parade with scaffolding as its trusted companion. The imposing structure showcased both architectural marvel and human ingenuity. Helena Ben-Zenou's masterpiece "The Imposition" captured Wollaton Hall's Prospect Room under scaffold in February 2006. This artwork immortalized how even art needs support to reach new heights. Across continents, dangerous yet necessary scaffolds dotted Kolkata's skyline in West Bengal, India. Amidst bustling streets and vibrant markets, these structures enabled growth while reminding us of our collective aspirations. Even London's most beloved landmarks experienced moments hidden beneath scaffoldings' embrace. Big Ben patiently awaited restoration while Tower Bridge relied on it for maintenance - testaments to their endurance over time. Las Arenas Transporter Bridge stood proud as a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to meticulous preservation efforts aided by scaffolding. It safeguarded this engineering marvel for generations to come. Truro Cathedral basked in glory amidst Cornwall's landscape back in 1900 – its spires reaching towards heaven with help from sturdy scaffoldings that held dreams aloft. When tragedy struck London Hop Exchange after a fire outbreak, resilient scaffoldings emerged as symbols of hope amid devastation - promising rebirth and renewal for this historic landmark. Scaffolding stands not just as steel beams but also as silent witnesses to human achievements throughout history. As we gaze upon these towering structures wrapped within their supportive arms, we are reminded of the indomitable spirit that propels us forward.