Search Collection

Lighthouse and cliffs at Butt of Lewis, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Sir Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890)
Photograph of Sir Richard Francis Burton, the English explorer, linguist and diplomat. A master of up to 30 languages, Burton made a pilgrimage to Mecca disguised as a Pathan in 1853

The Pardoners Tale
The three rogues search in the woods for death

Red Cross Dog Waiting
A Malinois (Belgian Shepherd Dog) trained for work as a French Red Cross dog. Duc II, stands ready for action

Blitz in London -- ambulance at Ladywell, Lewisham, WW2
Blitz in London -- an ambulance and rescue workers in the Ladywell area of Lewisham, SE13, where houses were demolished by a parachute bomb, 18 September 1940

Some of the Officers of the British Antarctic expedition
Officers on board the Terra Nova on its return to New Zealand in February 1913 after the discovery of the bodies of Captain Scott and his companions. From left to right. Back row, Mr

Siegfried Goes Away
Prelude : Siegfried leaves Brunnhilde in search of adventure

Kepler Mission space telescope, artwork. The NASA Kepler Mission is designed to discover Earth-like planets orbiting other stars

The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barro
Engraving showing the Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by pack ice in Barrows Straits, September 1849. These two ships were used by Sir James Clark Rosss Expedition of 1848-1849 to search

Underside of Arecibo radio telescope
Arecibo radio observatory. View of the underside of the dish antenna of the Arecibo radio telescope, the worlds largest. Built into a volcanic crater in Puerto Rico, Arecibos dish is made of 38

Maze, artwork
Maze, computer artwork

Some of the men who found Captain Scott
Some of the Men who found the bodies of Captain Scott and his companions and erected a cairn, pictured on their return to New Zealand

The Silent Pool, Newlands Corner, Surrey, 1926
Photograph showing the Silent Pool at Newlands Corner, Surrey, during 1926. The Police dragged the pool, that year, in their search for Agatha Christie, the novelist and playwright

Redcross War Dogs Rescue
Two Red Cross rescue dogs, a German Shepherd - at this date also named Police Dog - and a Belgian Shepherd Dog, find the body of a man killed on the battlefield

Pirandello Signed
LUIGI PIRANDELLO Italian novelist and playwright, author of Six characters in search of an author etc.#

A red cross working dog during WWI
A wounded German soldier is found by a Red Cross dog. Date: 1915

Diver collecting amber in the Baltic Sea, 1850s
Underwater diver gathering amber in the Baltic Sea, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Schwatkas discovery of Franklin expedition grave, 1880
Grave of Franklin Expedition member Lt. John Irving found by Schwatkas American search party in Greenland, 1880. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Members of the Search Party who found Captain Scott
From left: Sub-lieutenant Gran, Petty-Officer Williamson and Mr E.W. Nelson (biologist), members of the relief party who discovered the bodies of Captain Scott

Hard lines on the hard court by George Studdy
Hard lines on the hard court -- the Bonzolines dig in their search for the ball, which Bonzo is holding in his mouth. George Ernest Studdy (1878-1948), was the creator of Bonzo

The alchemist in his workshop (engraving)
869695 The alchemist in his workshop (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Kepler Mission rocket launch. Delta II 7925 rocket taking off to launch NASAs Kepler Mission. This mission is designed to discover Earth-like planets orbiting other stars

Trail left by the Loch Ness Monster?
Photographic results from a four week search organised by Sir Edward Mountain into the existence of the Loch Ness Monster

Infant Chacma baboon (Papio ursinus) riding on its mothers back, Imfolozi Game Reserve, South Africa, Africa

Berber man standing with his camel, Erg Chebbi, Sahara Desert, Merzouga, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

John Farleigh Woodcuts for Shaw s
John Farleighs Woodcuts for George Bernard Shaws " The Adventures of The Black Girl in her search for God." 1932

Mr Samuel Bloor water diviner of Okengates. 16th September 1938

Lady Outside Bookshop
BEAUTY IN SEARCH OF KNOWLEDGE - an elegant lady emerges from a bookshop clutching a volume - or is she about to exchange it at the library ?

Russian Bear Seeks Peace
CARTOON The Russian Bear in search of peace (during the provisional government after the April revolution) Date: April 1917

Bomb damage in Plymouth
The morning after the raid - Plymouth. Mr Widdicombe walks through the bombed streets to salvage what he can of his belongings

Berber camel leader with three camels in Erg Chebbi sand dunes, Sahara Desert, near Merzouga, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Old Dog Tray Rescue
Old Dog Tray, a Newfoundland, rescues his young mistress from a watery grave

RAF 22 Squadron Search and Rescue sign
Sign for the No. 22 Squadron, Royal Air Force Search and Rescue, based at Thorney Island near Chichester, West Sussex. Set up in 1955

One of nine balloons constructed by Green for the 1850 Franklin search expedition
3732751 One of nine balloons constructed by Green for the 1850 Franklin search expedition; (add.info.: Engraving depicting one of nine balloons constructed by Green for the 1850 Franklin search)

Willem Barents (d1597) Dutch navigator who led expeditions in search of Northeast Passage
531962 Willem Barents (d1597) Dutch navigator who led expeditions in search of Northeast Passage. Barents' ship among the Arctic ice

Gentlemen geologists laboriously search for minerals in a river. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Gottlieb
FLO4727793 Gentlemen geologists laboriously search for minerals in a river. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte

Empress Helena leaving Constantinople (C), and Judas revealing to her the location of the Holy Cross (D)
FLO4685532 Empress Helena leaving Constantinople (C), and Judas revealing to her the location of the Holy Cross (D). Painting on the north side of the Chancel

Soldiers looking for German spies search a haywagon using bayonets in Aarschot, Belgium during WWI (litho)
3252921 Soldiers looking for German spies search a haywagon using bayonets in Aarschot, Belgium during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

British soldiers conduct a house to house search for German enemy in a captured village in France during WWI (litho)
3252879 British soldiers conduct a house to house search for German enemy in a captured village in France during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Book plate from the 19th century. "Let There Be Light. Search and Research."
3062052 Book plate from the 19th century. "Let There Be Light. Search and Research."; Private Collection.

The search of Neapolitan prisoners at St. Angelo, 1860 (engraving)
1579586 The search of Neapolitan prisoners at St. Angelo, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the search of Neapolitan prisoners at St. Angelo)

The Doctor indulged with his favourite Scene': Isaac Cruikshank c1790
528668 The Doctor indulged with his favourite Scene': Isaac Cruikshank c1790. Richard Price (1723-1791) Welsh philosopher

USA History: Search for gold in a gold-bearing stream
5313459 USA History: Search for gold in a gold-bearing stream; SeM Studio/UIG.

Sir Henry Morton Stanley
3585559 Sir Henry Morton Stanley; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (1841 - 1904) Welsh-American, journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa

Sir Henry Morton Stanley
3585558 Sir Henry Morton Stanley; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (1841 - 1904) Welsh-American, journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa

Francis McClintock (1819-1907)
2602781 Francis McClintock (1819-1907) .; (add.info.: Francis McClintock (1819-1907) Royal Navy officer who, in the steam yacht 'Fox', led the 1857 expedition in search of Sir John Franklin

British steam yacht 'Fox'
2602780 British steam yacht 'Fox'; (add.info.: British steam yacht 'Fox', commanded by Francis McClintock, in winter quarters in the Arctic during the 1857 Franklin Search Expedition)

Shoot for the book 'In Search of Charm'
Client: Peter Hatch Partnership - Girl sitting travelling - Shoot for the book 'In Search of Charm' by Mary Young - 1962

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"Embarking on a quest, guided by the light of knowledge and curiosity, we search for answers amidst the rugged cliffs of Lewis. Like Sir Richard Francis Burton, we delve into uncharted territories to uncover hidden treasures of wisdom. " "Inspired by Chaucer's 'The Pardoner's Tale, ' our search takes us through tales of morality and redemption, reminding us that truth can be found even in the darkest corners. " "As time stands still during war-torn London's Blitz, a brave Red Cross dog waits patiently, embodying loyalty and hope in the midst of chaos. In times of despair, our search for solace leads us to unexpected heroes. " "Navigating treacherous icy waters surrounding Barrow Island, The Enterprise and Investigator epitomize resilience as they embark on an arduous expedition. Our search mirrors their determination to conquer challenges that lie ahead. " "Gazing beyond our earthly realm with the Kepler Mission space telescope artwork as our guide, we embark on a cosmic journey in pursuit of distant stars and undiscovered worlds. Our search expands horizons beyond imagination. " "Beneath the Arecibo radio telescope's vast underside lies a gateway to unraveling celestial mysteries. With unwavering dedication, we explore its depths in our tireless quest for understanding the universe's enigmatic secrets. " "Inspired by courageous red cross working dogs during WWI who selflessly aided those in need amidst chaos and destruction; we follow their noble example as we tirelessly search for ways to bring comfort and healing to others. " "Within intricate mazes crafted by artistic hands lies not only confusion but also revelation. As we navigate life’s complexities with determination and patience like these artworks depict; every twist brings us closer to finding ourselves. "Honoring Captain Scott’s enduring spirit alongside his dedicated companions who braved harsh terrains; our relentless pursuit echoes their indomitable willpower as together we forge new paths towards discovery.