Walls Collection (page 3)

PARIS IN 1578
A fascinating plan of the city, showing the inner and outer walls, the suburbs, the islands; the Tuileries, so central today, are actually outside the city wall

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Northern Ireland, County Derry, The Guild Hall, view from the citys 17th century walls with a cannon in the foreground

Westgate, Canterbury, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Westgate, Canterbury, 1898. Grade I listed Westgate, a medieval gatehouse in the city walls of Canterbury were built from Kentish ragstone c1379. From " Our Own Country, Volume VI"

Israel, Jerusalem, View of Old Ciy looking towards Damascus Gate

Jerusalem, Israel - Jaffa Gate. early 20th century

Circular windows, exterior of Jardine House, formerly known as Connaught Centre, Central District, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China

October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Octobre - Le Louvre. Peasants sowing seed in a ploughed field: the man on the right is broadcasting by hand, as magpies eat the fallen grain

Woodcarvers Shop - Woolmer Green, Hertfordshire
Harry Macdonalds Woodcarvers Shop - Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hertfordshire. Harry MacDonald (a Yorkshireman) came south and brought this cottage for 1, 000 in 1937

The Garden Model Village - Woodcarvers Shop - Woolmer Green
Harry Macdonalds Model Village in the Garden of his Woodcarvers Shop - Woolmer Green, Knebworth, Hertfordshire. Harry MacDonald (a Yorkshireman) came south and brought this cottage for 1

The Walls of Derry - a perspective view of the walls and cannons, with three boys in the distance. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Londonderry). Date: circa early 1900s

The ivy-clad walls of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge University. Date: circa 1930s

Illustration, The Cat and Mouse in Partnership -- The Cat stole away behind the city walls to the church. Date: 1909

Ptolemais given to Philip Augustus (1165-1223) and Richard the Lionheart (1157-99) 13th July 1191
XIR200567 Ptolemais given to Philip Augustus (1165-1223) and Richard the Lionheart (1157-99) 13th July 1191 (oil on canvas) by Blondel, Merry Joseph (1781-1853); 406x494 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Central Stores & Post Office, High Street, Chalford, Glos
Central Stores and Post Office, High Street, Chalford, Gloucestershire. Date: circa 1909

The Home of Little Dorrit, the Old Marshalsea Prison, Southwark (engraving)
1050255 The Home of Little Dorrit, the Old Marshalsea Prison, Southwark (engraving) by Browne, Hablot Knight (Phiz) (1815-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Home of Little Dorrit)

The Labours of Thor (engraving)
6021195 The Labours of Thor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Labours of Thor)

Mont Sainte-Victoire Seen beyond the Wall of the Jas de Bouffan, c. 1885 / 1888
Mont Sainte-Victoire Seen beyond the Wall of the Jas de Bouffan, c. 1885/1888

The Siege of Colchester by the Parliament Forces... 1648, (1944). Creator: W Keymer
The Siege of Colchester by the Parliament Forces Under the Command of General Fairfax, 1648, (1944). Map of the town of Colchester in Essex which was attacked by Parliamentary commander Lord-General

The Boat Lined Venetian Harbour and Fortress, Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Carcassonne, Languedoc, France

Crescent Moon over Carcassonne, Occitanie, France

Doonagore Castle, Co Clare, Ireland, 16Th Century Tower House Overlooking The Atlantic Ocean

United Kingdom, England, North Yorkshire, Gunnerside. Traditional barns in Swaledale

Palace of Wonders, Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Palace of Wonders (or House of Wonders, Beit-al-Ajaib), Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanganyika, British East Africa (now Tanzania). It was built in 1883 for the second sultan. Date: late 1920s

Grafiti Wall, Belfast, 1973
?Graf?ti Wall?, Belfast, 1973 - Oil on board, by Ralph Lillford, 1973. Associated with Northern Ireland (1969-2007). During ?the Troubles

Young man wearing bathing trunks, leaning against a concrete wall

Damascus, Syria - Ancient Walls (St. Pauls escape)
Damascus, Syria - Ancient Wall - connected (in some way) to the flight of Saint Paul, forced to flee the city under the cover of night after explosive reactions from Jews opposed to his teachings

Kamerlengo Castle / Fortress at Trogir, Croatia
View of Kamerlengo Castle/Fortress at Trogir, Croatia. Built by the Republic of Venice Date: circa 1907

View of the Church of St Olaf - Tallinn, Estonia (Reval). The building was actually the tallest structure in the world for 76 years between 1549 and 1625

Royal Mail postbox beside drystone wall, with snow covered fell in background, Chapel Stile, Langdale, Lake District N.P. Cumbria, England, February

Royal Mail wall box postbox in moss covered wall with snow, Malham, Malhamdale, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Royal Mail wall box postbox in moss covered wall with snow, Malham, Malhamdale, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, February

Siege of a town led by Godefroy de Bouillon (c1060-1100) 1st Crusade (1095-1099), showing Saracens firing arrows at Crusaders as they attempt to scale the walls

Barcelona (19th c. ). Geometrical map, by Jos項
Barcelona (19th c.). Geometrical map, by Jos頍 as y Vila. SPAIN. Barcelona. Historical Archive of Barcelona

Harrow School - 4th Form Room, with panelled walls covered with the carved graffiti signatures of generations of students, including the signatures of Byron, Palmerston and Archbishop Trench

Mosses and lichens covering boulders in granite drystone wall, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, october

The unfinished church in St. Georges, Bermuda, Central America
The unfinished church in St. George s, Bermuda, Central America

Chickens - pictures of chickens in frames on wall
LA-7998 Chickens - pictures of chickens in frames on wall Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Ankara - Turkey
Ankara. The capital city and administrative centre of Turkey, located in Central Anatolia. Established before 1200BC by the Hittites

The Fortified City of Mandalay, Burma, 1945
Aerial photograph showing the moat and inner walls of the fortified city of Mandalay, also known as Fort Dufferin, in the kingdom of Burma, 1945

THE ACROPOLIS, MYCENAE
A general view of the Acropolis at Mycenae. The primary remains at the site are the walls and tombs. The Palace has been almost totally destroyed over time

Siege of Duras 1377
The French lay siege to the town of Duras, storming the walls with scaling-ladders while artillerymen bombard the walls with mortars, bowmen with crossbows

Painting of the Virgin Mary in the Holy Land in the Visitation church in Ein Kerem, Israel, Middle East

Peru Agriculture terraces, Machu Picchu
FG-8895 PERU - Agriculture terraces, Machu Picchu Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Schliemann at Mycenae
Schliemanns excavations at Mycenae. The famed shaft graves are pictured in the middle circle, with Schliemanns large scale excavations on the right

Jerusalem Wheat Market
Traders have come from far and wide on their camels to attend the wheat market, held by the city walls

Hissarlik (Troy) Digging
A clear example of the excavation style of Heinrich Schliemann at Hissarlik, cutting through later occupation levels, actually missing Homerian deposits!

Entrance at Troy (Ruins)
An entranceway through the Cyclopean walls of Gergis, Bournabashi at Troad (Troy/Hissarlik), the site of Ancient Troy excavated by Heinrich Schliemann

Hampton Court Stair Case
The Grand or Kings Staircase in the portion of the palace designed by Wren and built in 1689. The classically inspired walls & ceilings were painted by Antonio Verrio

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"Walls: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of walls, where history, art, and architecture intertwine to create magnificent structures that stand as testaments to human ingenuity. From the intricate brushstrokes of Memling's "Passion of the Christ" to the imposing presence of Hadrian's Wall in England's Northumberland National Park, these they have stories etched into their very foundations. Travel back in time to Ludlow in the 1950s, where quaint English streets were lined with charming walls that whispered tales of a bygone era. Or venture further east to Syria's Krak des Chevaliers, a legendary Crusader Castle near Homs that has witnessed centuries of conflict and conquest. Discover Beaumaris Castle in Wales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases medieval fortification at its finest. Its sturdy stone walls once guarded against invaders but now invite visitors from around the globe to marvel at their grandeur. Immerse yourself in Istanbul's Topkapi Palace adorned with vibrant Iznik tiles. These intricately designed masterpieces transform simple walls into works of art that reflect Turkey's rich cultural heritage. As day turns into night, witness an enchanting sunset at Miramare Castle overlooking Trieste in Italy. The castle stands proudly on its cliffside perch while its surrounding walls embrace breathtaking views of land meeting sea. Intrigue awaits as you stumble upon a red English post box nestled within a brick wall—a symbol both nostalgic and timeless—an emblematic feature scattered throughout British towns and villages. Journey across continents to Machu Picchu in Peru where ancient Incan ruins are embraced by rugged stone walls. Here, llamas roam freely amidst this architectural wonder—a harmonious blend between nature and human creation. Bridgetown beckons with its vibrant Rasta home adorned with a painted depiction of Leonardo da Vinci's "Last Supper.