Supports Collection (#4)

Holy Trinity, Cornelis Bos, c. 1537 - c. 1544

Lamentation, Pieter van der Heyden, Hieronymus Cock

H. Irenaeus of Lyon, Church Father, Jan Luyken, Zacharias Chatelain (II), Jan Goeree, 1698

Saint Irenaeus of Lyons, church father, Jan Luyken, Zacharias Chatelain II, Francois Halma, 1698

Jug in the form of a snail shell, Balthazar van den Bos, Cornelis Floris (II), Hieronymus Cock, 1548

Scale formed by the lower jaw of a man with a satyr head, Balthazar van den Bos, Cornelis Floris (II), Hieronymus Cock, 1548

Scale in the form of a shell, supported by a mermaid and a merman, Balthazar van den Bos, Cornelis Floris (II), Hieronymus Cock, 1548

Nautilus Goblet, resting on the back of a satyr, Balthazar van den Bos, Cornelis Floris (II), Hieronymus Cock, 1548

Deposition, print maker: Hieronymus Wierix, Maerten de Vos, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

1797-1858 1854. 24. 7 36. 6 Ando Hiroshige Island
Ōhashi nakazu mitsumata, Island bridge in Mitsumata. Andō, Hiroshige, 1797-1858, artist, 1854. 1 print : woodcut, color ; 24.7 x 36.6 cm

Kisibe no matsu, Pine tree on the shore. Utagawa, Kuniyoshi, 1798-1861, artist, [between 1820 and 1860, printed later], 1 print : woodcut, color; 19.5 x 9.3 cm

Table with Supports in the Form of Winged Rams; After a design by Francesco Antonio Franzoni, Italian, 1734 - 1818; Rome, Italy, Lazio

Sarcophagus and Lid, Crouching Lion Supports; Unknown; 210 - 220; feet 19th century; Marble; Various, see extensions

Kyoto, Japan - Maruyama Park
Japan - Cherry Blossoms in Maruyama Park, Kyoto. The parks star attraction is a weeping cherry tree (shidarezakura), supported by a multitude of props - here shown out of season. Date: circa 1910s

Japan - A street in Tokyo and a street in Osaka - decorative
Japan - A street in Tokyo and a street in Osaka - two photographs set within a very decorative surround of bamboo water pipes, swallows and lilies. Date: circa 1910s

Building an Ocean Liner at Harland & Wolff, Belfast - In the Course of Construction. Date: circa 1903

Poole Pottery - Setting the glazed ware in the kiln
Setting the glazed ware in the kiln. Poole Pottery was founded in 1873 on Poole quayside, where it continued to produce pottery by hand before moving its factory operations away from the quay in

The Spiral Railway - Franco-British Exhibition - White City, Shepherds Bush, London. Date: 1908

A rather basic bridge - Senegal, West Africa
A rather basic bridge (likely far more secure than it looks!) - Senegal, West Africa Date: circa 1910s

Pier, Wabana Iron MIne, Belle Isle, Newfoundland
Dominion Iron and Steel Company Pier at the Wabana Iron MIne, Belle Isle, Newfoundland, Canada. Date: 1902

Roscoff, Finistere, Brittany, France - Ancient Fig Tree
Brittany, France - Ancient Fig Tree in a convent garden at Roscoff, Finistere, dating back to 1610. The expanse of branches is supported by rowsof grante props

H M Dockyard, Bermuda - A Floating Dock Date: circa 1910s

The Dartford tunnel men carrying part of the metal framework to its position. 1938

The Dartford tunnel men in one of the air locks. 1938

The Dartford tunnel lift shafts. 1938

The Dartford tunnel men working on the inner wall shielding. 1938

The Dartford tunnel men working the pipes. 1938

Workers laying cables in Dartford, Kent. 1936

The Holy Family Joos van Cleve (c1490-1540) Netherlandish painter. Mary supports standing infant Jesus as Joseph looks on fondly. Aquilegia used to ease pain of childbirth

Surgeon and his assistants, before the introduction of anaesthetics, prepared to perform an amputation at the shoulder. Surgeon stands, left, next the assistant surgeon (behind patient)

Economy, Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878, Artist, London, Engraving 1816, Brougham, In The Guise Of John Bull, Appears To The Regent

A Petitioning, Remonstrating, Reforming, Republican, R.s. 1782, A Republican Squatting Over An Upturned Crown, Urinating Into An Upturned Bishops Mitre

Model of suspension bridge

Hammerbeam roof C013 / 6186
Hammerbeam roof. Close-up of supports in a hammerbeam roof. The hammerbeams are the lower beams that are supported by curved braces

Common Oak (Quercus robur) Major Oak ancient tree, over 1, 150 years old, with branches supported with metal posts, growing in deciduous woodland habitat, Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve

Hops (Humulus lupulus) crop, growing up supports, near Faversham, Kent, England, july

Vineyard with rows of grape vines and supports, Baracina, Portalegre District, Alentejo, Portugal, april

Runner Bean (Phaseolus coccineus) seedlings, growing with cane frame support, in garden vegetable plot, Cumbria, England, august

Common Ivy (Hedera helix) variegated leaves, trained on wire supports up garden shed, Bacton, Suffolk, England, october

Tomato (Solanum sp. ) ripe fruit, growing on cane frame support in allotment garden, Norfolk, England, september
Tomato (Solanum sp.) ripe fruit, growing on cane frame support in allotment garden, Norfolk, England, september

Vineyard with rows of grape vines growing on south-facing slope of chalk downland, Adgestone Vineyard, Adgestone, Isle of Wight, England, july

Spine, computer artwork. Human skeleton with a blue spine. The spine, or backbone, supports the back and protects the spinal cord

Healthy spine. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a healthy human spine seen from the side (sagittal side). The front of the spine is on the left

Golden gate bridge
Golden Gate Bridge. This suspension bridge, opened in 1937, spans the Golden Gate Bay, San Francisco, California, USA

Millennium bridge, London. This bridge became famous for its wobble. It measures 320m in length and is unusual as it uses lateral suspension to support the deck of the bridge

Lateral suspension cables on the Millennium bridge, London. This bridge became famous for its wobble. It measures 320m in length

Miners in a timbered tunnel. Historical artwork of workers in a 19th century mine, loading debris and rocks onto a wagon. Timber was used in mines to support the roof

Timber supports in a South Wales mine
Timber supports in a mine in South Wales

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"Supports: A Journey Through Time and Space" In 1900, Queen Victoria found support in her friendship with Munshi Abdul Karim, a trusted confidant who brought comfort during her later years. The year was 1513 when childbirth became less daunting with the advent of new techniques and supportive midwives by women's sides. As Sputnik 1 launched into space, it marked a significant milestone for humanity's scientific progress and the collective support behind groundbreaking achievements. Kyoto's Maruyama Park witnessed nature's delicate supports as cherry blossoms adorned the trees, captivating visitors with their ephemeral beauty. Venice stands tall on its foundations supported by centuries-old craftsmanship showcased in artwork C016 / 7703, reminding us of the enduring power of skilled artisans. During an M. C. C Cricket tour in Australia, players relied on each other's unwavering support to face challenges head-on and achieve victory together. A team of carpenters diligently worked together to create a sturdy cart that would serve as reliable transportation - showcasing how collaboration leads to success. Deep within coal mines early in the 1900s, fitting roof supports became crucial for miners' safety as they braved challenging conditions underground. The RMS Olympic boasted cast iron table bases that provided stability amidst turbulent seas - symbolizing how even grand structures require strong foundations for support. Modernist House in Hampstead exemplifies architectural innovation where clean lines and functional design provide residents with both physical and emotional support. Within Blenheim Palace's opulent Saloon room, lavish furnishings offer guests a sense of comfort while surrounded by exquisite beauty - highlighting how luxurious environments can provide psychological support too. In various forms throughout history – be it personal relationships or structural elements – they have played an integral role in shaping our world.