Bender Collection

The Tin-Plate Worker (engraving)
6004259 The Tin-Plate Worker (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tin-Plate Worker)

A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia
1607993 A Picturesque Map of the Seat of War, in the Danubian Provinces, Turkey, Asia Minor, Southern Russia, and the Crimea (engraving) by English School

Plan of the siege of the Turkish fortress of Bender by the Russian army in November 1789, 1789. Private Collection

Charles XII at Bender (Aubry de La Mottrayes "Travels throughout Europe
Charles XII at Bender (Aubry de La Mottrayes " Travels throughout Europe, Asia and into Part of Africa... " London, 1724, vol. II, pl. 30), 1723-24

Bender, Philadelphia, American League, from the White Border series (T206) for the American Tobacco Company, 1909-11

Bender, the Turkish fortress in Bessarabia, ca 1720. Private Collection

King Charles XII at Bender. Private Collection

The Skirmish at Bender (Kalabaliken i Bender), 1877. Artist: Armand-Dumaresq, Charles Edouard (1826-1895)
The Skirmish at Bender (Kalabaliken i Bender), 1877. Private Collection

Map of the fortress of Bender. Artist: Wolff, Jeremias (1663-1724)
Map of the fortress of Bender. Private Collection

Map showing both Poltava and Bender. Artist: Bodenehr, Gabriel, the Elder (1664-1758)
Map showing both Poltava and Bender. Private Collection

View of the fortress of Bender, 1790. Artist: Ivanov, Mikhail Matveevich (1748-1823)
View of the fortress of Bender, 1790. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The Schmidt & Bender M-854155 DS Scout Sniper Day Scope mounted on the M-40A3 sniper
The Schmidt & Bender M-854155 DS Scout Sniper Day Scope is mounted on the M-40A3 sniper rifle

Jobs for Girls and Women. Work Progress Administration poster for the Illinois State Employment Service, c1940
NEW DEAL: WPA POSTER. Jobs for Girls and Women. Work Progress Administration poster for the Illinois State Employment Service, c1940, by Albert M. Bender

Lee Bender - English designer
Lee Bender, English manufacturer and designer of Lee Cecil clothes. She wears a white leopard printed coney for shopping at her local greengrocers in Great Tichfield Street

Man cutting corn with a scythe - harvesting by hand. Picture shows Fred Goldup, aged 72, working on a farm near Shoreham, Kent

Gipsy family inside a bender tent, Surrey
A roadside gipsy family inside a bender (a tent like a wigwam, made out of sack and other materials), in the Newdigate area of Surrey

British Mediterranean Fleet Sports Day - Prize Giving at the Ben-Marl Stadium, rigged up by the crews of the HMS Benbow and the HMS Marlborough of the 4th Battle Squadron

Shoes with prices, R A Bender, Puebla, Mexico
Display of shoes with prices, R A Bender, Puebla, Mexico. Date: circa 1910

Charles XII Bender Aubry de La Mottraye Travels
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USA, Nevada. Historic G. A. Nourse and D. A. Bender House (1867) Carson City, Nevada

Surgery to remove worms from a leg at Bender Abassi, Jan Luyken, 1682

Bender fortress in Bender, Republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe

Heroes statues in front of the Bender fortress in Bender, Republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe

Old cannon in front of the Bender fortress in Bender, Republic of Transnistria, Moldova, Europe

Charles Albert Chief Bender. American baseball pitcher, photographed while with the Philadelphia Athletics
CHIEF BENDER (1884-1954). Charles Albert Chief Bender. American baseball pitcher, photographed while with the Philadelphia Athletics, early 20th century

A Young Mans Opportunity. Works Progress Administration poster for the Civilian Conservation Corps, c1935, by Albert M
NEW DEAL: WPA POSTER. A Young Mans Opportunity. Works Progress Administration poster for the Civilian Conservation Corps, c1935, by Albert M. Bender

FRANCES P. BOLTON (1885-1977). Republican politician from Ohio. Bolton being sworn into the House of Representatives with, from left, Representatives George H. Bender, Speaker Bankhead, and L.L

Ufos / Journals / Bender
Benders cover for the second issue of Gray Barkers magazine The Saucerian, incorporated his visualisation of a saucer base and led to a visit from the Three Men

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"Bender: A Captivating Journey Through Time and Places" Step into the world of Bender, a name that echoes through history with its diverse associations. From the bustling streets of Covent Garden to the enchanting dance floors of ebony bridal celebrations, it has left its mark on various realms. One cannot overlook the significance as a Turkish fortress in Bessarabia during the early 18th century. It witnessed pivotal moments like Charles XII's presence and even served as a battleground during skirmishes. Maps depicting this stronghold offer glimpses into its strategic importance and architectural grandeur. The allure extends beyond military conquests. Immerse yourself in Aubry de La Mottrayes' "Travels throughout Europe" where you'll find captivating accounts of King Charles XII at Bender, revealing his adventures and encounters within these historic walls. Travel across continents to Philadelphia, where another facet emerges - not as a fortress but as part of America's sporting heritage. In baseball lore, "Bender" became synonymous with Chief Bender, an esteemed pitcher for the Philadelphia Athletics in the early 20th century. Artistic expressions also pay homage to this multifaceted name. Engravings such as "The Tin-Plate Worker, " "A Picturesque Map, " and "The Dance After Supper" capture different aspects associated with Bender - craftsmanship, geographical intrigue, and lively festivities. As we explore these fragments from history intertwined with our subject matter - 'Bender, ' it becomes evident that this word carries immense significance across time periods and cultures. Whether it be war or sport, art or architecture, each reference adds depth to our understanding of this enigmatic term. So let us embark on this journey through centuries past; let us unravel tales woven around Covent Garden principals or immerse ourselves in Armand-Dumaresq's depiction of The Skirmish at Bender.