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Thick Collection (#8)

"Thick: A Tapestry of Diversity and Strength" In a world filled with diverse wonders, the concept of "thick" takes on many forms

Background imageThick Collection: Thick-leaved coralline, Corralina incrassata

Thick-leaved coralline, Corralina incrassata.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812

Background imageThick Collection: Subalpine warbler, Sylvia cantillans (male)

Subalpine warbler, Sylvia cantillans (male), and thick-billed grasswren, Amytornis textilis.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science

Background imageThick Collection: Thick spiked long-leaved acacia, Acacia longifolia

Thick spiked long-leaved acacia, Acacia longifolia.. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn by John Curtis and engraved by Weddell from Curtiss Botanical Magazine, 1820, Samuel Curtis, Walworth

Background imageThick Collection: Thick-ribbed pothos, Pothos crassinervia

Thick-ribbed pothos, Pothos crassinervia.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Curtiss The Botanical Magazine

Background imageThick Collection: Thick-flowered slender-tube, Leptosiphon densiflorus

Thick-flowered slender-tube, Leptosiphon densiflorus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving after a botanical illustration from Sydenham Edwards The Botanical Register, London, Ridgway, 1834

Background imageThick Collection: Studio portrait, woman with Borzoi dog

Studio portrait, woman with Borzoi dog
Studio portrait, woman in an artistic costume with a Borzoi dog. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageThick Collection: Rainforest canopy in a thick mist at dawn

Rainforest canopy in a thick mist at dawn. Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; morning in June

Background imageThick Collection: SNIPER: Watch me let daylight into that thick skull of his

SNIPER: Watch me let daylight into that thick skull of his
SNIPER. Watch me let daylight into that thick skull of his. 386202 Acting Sergeant Herbert Gibson, Mm, 1St Northumbrian Field Ambulance, Royal Army Medical Corps. Born September 1889

Background imageThick Collection: Interior at Denham Court, Denham, Buckinghamshire

Interior at Denham Court, Denham, Buckinghamshire
Amazing interior of the hall at Denham Court, Denham, Buckinghamshire, showing typical late Victorian, early Edwardina oppulance, with patterned wallpaper, statues, a portable organ, statuary

Background imageThick Collection: Advert for tinned Milkmaid Cream 1914

Advert for tinned Milkmaid Cream 1914
Advertisement for tinned Milkmaid Cream by Nestle and Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Co of Eastcheap, London. Perfect with fresh, stewed, canned or bottled fruit, in tea and coffee

Background imageThick Collection: Wall pierced by shell

Wall pierced by shell
A man points to where a wall of the National Bank, 4 foot thick, has been pierced by a shell in Madras, India, during World War One. Date: C.1914

Background imageThick Collection: Smoke from shelled fuel tanks in Madras

Smoke from shelled fuel tanks in Madras
Thick black smoke pouring from shelled fuel tanks in Madras (now Chennai), India, hit by the German light cruiser SMS Emden in World War One. Date: 22nd September 1914

Background imageThick Collection: Romanian Shepherds

Romanian Shepherds
Two Romanian Shepherds in thick sheepskin jackets and fur hats, lean on their crooks and look throughly chilly!! Date: 1901

Background imageThick Collection: The Port of Balaklava, Crimea, 1855

The Port of Balaklava, Crimea, 1855
Engraving showing the port of Balaklava with sentries in the foreground, warmly dressed in boots and thick coats, during the Crimean War, 1855

Background imageThick Collection: French at Valenciennes

French at Valenciennes
The French take Valenciennes after a prolonged siege : Alauxs picture gives the impression that Louis was personally engaged in the thick of the fighting. Date: 16 March 1677

Background imageThick Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Thick, Night, Off, Goodwins, Engraver, Artist, Mason Jackson

Drawings Prints, Print, Thick, Night, Off, Goodwins, Engraver, Artist, Mason Jackson
Drawings and Prints, Print, A Thick Night Off the Goodwins, from the Illustrated London News, Engraver, Artist, After, Mason Jackson, Lionel Percy Smythe, British, Ovingham

Background imageThick Collection: Bust manwith hooked nose prominent upper lip

Bust manwith hooked nose prominent upper lip
Artokoloro

Background imageThick Collection: Design Door Knocker 16th century Pen brown ink

Design Door Knocker 16th century Pen brown ink
Artokoloro

Background imageThick Collection: Massive mountain slope of dense aspen trees and evergreens in fall color, Uncompahgre

Massive mountain slope of dense aspen trees and evergreens in fall color, Uncompahgre National Forest, Sneffels Range, Sneffels Wilderness Area, Colorado

Background imageThick Collection: Stand of aspen trees and trunks in fall color, Uncompahgre National Forest, Sneffels Range

Stand of aspen trees and trunks in fall color, Uncompahgre National Forest, Sneffels Range, Sneffels Wilderness Area, Colorado

Background imageThick Collection: Logs harvested from sustainable forestry, in the Dolomites near the mountain range Rosengarten

Logs harvested from sustainable forestry, in the Dolomites near the mountain range Rosengarten (catinaccio). The PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes)

Background imageThick Collection: Europe, Iceland, Lake Myvatin, Icelandic horse. Portrait of an Icelandic horse

Europe, Iceland, Lake Myvatin, Icelandic horse. Portrait of an Icelandic horse
Europe, Iceland, Lake Myvatn, Icelandic horse. Portrait of an Icelandic horse

Background imageThick Collection: Africa, Ethiopia, Ethiopian Highlands, Eastern Amhara, Lalibela, rock-hewn church, St

Africa, Ethiopia, Ethiopian Highlands, Eastern Amhara, Lalibela, rock-hewn church, St. George, Bet Giyorgis. Window from inside St. George

Background imageThick Collection: Edge of frontal system, low angle view, dusk

Edge of frontal system, low angle view, dusk
Southland, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageThick Collection: Illustration of cracks around thick outer shell of empty dinosaur egg

Illustration of cracks around thick outer shell of empty dinosaur egg

Background imageThick Collection: paper swirls

paper swirls
table top macro photograph of curls of thick paper strips

Background imageThick Collection: A panoramic view of a grove of aspens at peak fall color located in the heart of the amazing Grand

A panoramic view of a grove of aspens at peak fall color located in the heart of the amazing Grand Teton National Park
A panoramic view of a tree in peak fall color located near the Gros Ventre river valley

Background imageThick Collection: A forest with green hills in background

A forest with green hills in background

Background imageThick Collection: Illustration of cycads with compound green leaves and thick trunks dating from Paleozoic era

Illustration of cycads with compound green leaves and thick trunks dating from Paleozoic era

Background imageThick Collection: Illustration of Bullmouth Helmet (cypraecassis rufa), empty shell showing aperture or opening

Illustration of Bullmouth Helmet (cypraecassis rufa), empty shell showing aperture or opening

Background imageThick Collection: Black and white illustration of using bread knife to cut baguette into thick slices

Black and white illustration of using bread knife to cut baguette into thick slices

Background imageThick Collection: Cross section biomedical illustration of thickening of endometrium during menstrual cycle

Cross section biomedical illustration of thickening of endometrium during menstrual cycle

Background imageThick Collection: Landscape: green rainforest with ferns, New Zealand

Landscape: green rainforest with ferns, New Zealand
North Island, New Zealand

Background imageThick Collection: Fog rolling in at dawn over the city of Portland

Fog rolling in at dawn over the city of Portland Oregon Early morning at sunrise

Background imageThick Collection: Color, fog and mountain

Color, fog and mountain
Sunrise and Thick Dense rolling fog over the city of Portland Oregon and mount Hood

Background imageThick Collection: Great ancient walnut in autumn in a rest area

Great ancient walnut in autumn in a rest area
Great ancient walnut in autumn placed in a rest area with tables and banks during the night. Nature reserve of the saw Mariola in Bocairent, Valencian Community, Spain

Background imageThick Collection: Picture No. 11672841

Picture No. 11672841
Bruennichs Guillemot / Thick-billed Murre at breeding colony. Date:

Background imageThick Collection: Picture No. 11672840

Picture No. 11672840
Bruennichs Guillemot / Thick-billed Murre at breeding colony. Date:

Background imageThick Collection: Picture No. 11672839

Picture No. 11672839
Bruennichs Guillemot / Thick-billed Murre at breeding colony. Date:

Background imageThick Collection: Picture No. 11672838

Picture No. 11672838
Bruennichs Guillemot / Thick-billed Murre at breeding colony. Date:

Background imageThick Collection: Natrocarbonatite lava flow from flank of hornito at Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, Tanzania

Natrocarbonatite lava flow from flank of hornito at Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, Tanzania
July 2004 - Eruption of natrocarbonatite lava flow from flank of hornito at Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, Tanzania, Africa

Background imageThick Collection: Crust sinking into active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Crust sinking into active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 7, 2008 - Crust sinking into active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Background imageThick Collection: Lava flowing out of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Lava flowing out of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Lava flowing out of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Background imageThick Collection: Lava flowing from under crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression

Lava flowing from under crust of lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression
February 8, 2008 - Lava flowing from under crust of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Afar Region, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia




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"Thick: A Tapestry of Diversity and Strength" In a world filled with diverse wonders, the concept of "thick" takes on many forms. From Albrecht Durer's Rhinoceros, an emblem of nature's robustness, to the resilient Young Uyghur Girl in Kashgar, Xinjiang - their stories remind us that strength comes in all shapes and sizes. Just as Sylvia Pankhurst fought tirelessly for women's rights as a Suffragette, we see how determination can be thick like Phlomis fruticosa - a densely branched shrub with vibrant yellow flowers. It symbolizes resilience even when faced with adversity. Like storm clouds gathering on the horizon, RAF Bomb-Aimers during World War II exemplified unwavering courage at their positions. Their bravery was as thick as the Elderly Gypsy Woman's wisdom passed down through generations. Amidst historical turmoil such as WWI, where bread was scarce and precious, we learn not to waste what is valuable. The significance lies not only in sustenance but also in appreciating life’s simple pleasures – something Hadrian’s Wall reminds us of; its ancient stones standing tall and steadfast against time. The 1960s brought about social change and self-expression; lipstick became more than just makeup but a symbol of empowerment. Its bold colors mirrored society breaking free from conventions - just like Sheep with curved horns and thick woolly coats roaming freely across vast landscapes. Deep-rooted traditions are often seen etched upon Shilluk Girls bearing extensive traditional scarification. These intricate patterns tell tales of heritage so rich it becomes woven into their very being. In this tapestry called life, "thick" represents layers upon layers of history, diversity, courage, beauty, and resilience. It serves as a reminder that true strength lies within each individual story waiting to be unveiled – whether it be found in art, nature, or the human spirit.