Transportes Collection

Douglas C-47A HK-1512
Douglas C-47A-65-DL HK-1512 (msn 19039), of TANA Columbia. (TANA - Transportes Aereos Nacionales) Date: circa 1980

Boeing 727 CS-TBL of Transportes Aereos Portugueses Date: 1970s

Canadair CL-215 C-FTXJ of the Gouvernement du Quebec : Ministere des Transportes Date: circa 1980

Wheel of Ur, 3500 BC. Mesopotamian art. ITALY. LOMBARDY. Milan. National Museum of Science and Technology Leonardo da Vinci

The provisioning of a lighthouse in Brittany. Image published in L Illustration on December 9th, 1899. Engraving

SMITH, Sir Francis Pettit (1804-1874). English inventor and, along with John Ericsson, one of the inventors of the screw propeller. Engraving

Trirreme romana. 19th c. Engraving. Engraving. SPAIN. ARAGON. Zaragoza. Academia General Militar (General Military Academy)

United States, 19th c. Outward Bound, clipper Ship. Printed by Courier & Ives. Litography

PINEDA, Jos頨1837 - 1907). Corvette F. G. with the
PINEDA, Jos頨 1837 - 1907). Corvette F.G. with the four-color flag of Barcelona. 1883. Watercolour. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Barcelona Maritime Museum

SANTOS DUMONT, Alberto (1873-1932). Brazilian aviator. Engraving

World War I. Pfeil Doppeldecker
First World War (1914-19018). German aircraft Pfeil-Doppeldecker, of Luft Fahreug-Geselschaft

World War I. French three-seater aircraft
First World War (1914-1918). French three-seated aircraft in photographic mission protected by a Spad. Picture by E. Cournault. Drawing

WEYTS, Petrus. The Charles V in a storm
WEYTS, Petrus (1799-1855). The Charles V in a Storm. 1840. Painting. BELGIUM. FLANDERS. ANTWERP. Antwerp. National Maritime Museum

PINAZO CAMARLENCH, Ignacio. The Signalman
PINAZO CAMARLENCH, Ignacio (1849-1916). The Signalman. 1877. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Valencia. San Pio V Fine Arts Museum

Peru. Lima. Main Square
Per� ma. Main Square in 1850. Engraving

Mexico City. El Empedradillo (1885). Litography

Four-in-hand. Greek art
Four-in-hand. 5th c. BC. Black-figure amphora. Archaic Greek art. Ceramics. ITALY. LAZIO. VITERBO. Tarquinia. Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tarquinia (National Museum of Tarquinia)

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"Transportes: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Step into the world as we explore various modes of transportation that have shaped history. From ancient Mesopotamian art to modern-day aircraft, these captivating images depict the evolution of travel. The Douglas C-47A HK-1512 and Lockheed C-130E Hercules 2454 remind us of the incredible advancements in aviation. These mighty planes have carried passengers and cargo across vast distances, connecting people from different corners of the globe. Travel back in time to 3500 BC with the Wheel of Ur, a mesmerizing artifact from Mesopotamian art found in Italy's Lombardy region. This early form of transportation revolutionized trade routes and paved the way for future developments. Fast forward to more recent times with the Boeing 727 CS-TBL and Canadair CL-215 C-FTXJ, showcasing sleek designs that have made air travel accessible to millions worldwide. The provisioning image captures the meticulous process behind maintaining lighthouses, ensuring safe navigation for sailors along Brittany's treacherous coastlines. Sir Francis Pettit Smith's innovative mind brought us groundbreaking inventions that transformed maritime transport. His contributions continue to shape our understanding of naval engineering today. Marvel at an engraving depicting a Trirreme romana from Spain during the 19th century - a testament to ancient seafaring prowess. Meanwhile, Outward Bound clippers symbolize America's ambition during the 19th century as it sought new horizons through maritime exploration. José Pineda's Corvette F. G. , alongside Alberto Santos Dumont's pioneering achievements in aviation, highlight individual brilliance that pushed boundaries beyond imagination. Lastly, World War I brings forth memories of bravery with Pfeil Doppeldecker planes soaring through turbulent skies - a reminder of how transportation played an integral role even amidst conflict. Transportes encapsulates not just physical movement but also human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress.