Cave Collection (page 5)

Man in an ice cave of Breidamerkurjokull, Austurland, Iceland(MR)

Sapphire ice cave of Breidamerkurjokull, Austurland, Iceland

A tourist in Gigjagja cave during night with northern lights, Sudurland, Iceland(MR)

Playa de Cuevas del Mar, Llanes, Asturias, Spain

Phra Nang Beach seen from Phra nang Cave, Railay, Krabi, Thailand

Phra Nang Beach seen from Phra nang Cave, Railay, Krabi, Thailand

Africa, Namibia. Erongo Region. from a cave in the Bushmen Paradise in Spitzkoppe area.

The Due Sorelle (Two Sisters) beach, Conero Riviera, Sirolo, Ancona province, Marche, Italy

Pieces of ice with sun reflection at lake Baikal, Irkutsk region, Siberia, Russia

Petroglyph dating from the Bronze Age, San Xurxo, Cotobade, Spain, 2000 BC (petroglyph)
AIS5355998 Petroglyph dating from the Bronze Age, San Xurxo, Cotobade, Spain, 2000 BC (petroglyph); © Iberfoto.

Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665417 Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Christ taken to the tomb, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866)

Prehistoric man, c.1880 (illustration)
8698400 Prehistoric man, c.1880 (illustration) by German School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: History. Prehistory. Bear hunting)

Elora Caves, Maharashtra, India (engraving)
8725335 Elora Caves, Maharashtra, India (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elora Caves, Maharashtra, India); © Dinodia Photo.

Emma Hart, later Lady Hamilton (circa 1761-1815), 1785-86 (oil on canvas)
7337921 Emma Hart, later Lady Hamilton (circa 1761-1815), 1785-86 (oil on canvas) by Romney, George (1734-1802); 127x101.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Engraving depicting the ideal European landscape of the post-glacial period, showing Irish Elk, Woolly Mammoth
5309099 Engraving depicting the ideal European landscape of the post-glacial period, showing Irish Elk, Woolly Mammoth, Hairy Rhinoceros, Urus, Cave Bear and Cave Hyena

The Lydstep Cavern, Pembrokeshire, Wales
7243360 The Lydstep Cavern, Pembrokeshire, Wales.; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lydstep Cavern, Pembrokeshire, Wales, seen here in the 19th century)

A cave dwelling in the side of the cliffs on a branch of San Juan River
5616064 A cave dwelling in the side of the cliffs on a branch of San Juan River; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a cave dwelling in the side of the cliffs on a branch of San Juan River)

Odysseus and Polyphemos, king of the Cyclops, 1887
7125131 Odysseus and Polyphemos, king of the Cyclops, 1887; (add.info.: Odysseus and Polyphemos, king of the Cyclops. From A Popular History of Greece, published 1887.); Photo © Ken Welsh

Blue grotto, Capri Island, Italy, c.1890-c.1900
1128977 Blue grotto, Capri Island, Italy, c.1890-c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Photochrom Collection, photomechanical print).

The Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite, 1630s (oil on copper, mounted on wood)
XOS5880013 The Triumph of Neptune and Amphitrite, 1630s (oil on copper, mounted on wood) by Francken, Frans II (1581-1642); 36.2x43.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

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Grotte et traversee du Glacier des Bossons (b/w photo)
8640719 Grotte et traversee du Glacier des Bossons (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grotte et traversee du Glacier des Bossons)

The Chapel of Helena, Church of the Holy Sepulchre (engraving)
8638831 The Chapel of Helena, Church of the Holy Sepulchre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chapel of Helena, Church of the Holy Sepulchre)

Grotto of Antiparos, Greece (engraving)
8634953 Grotto of Antiparos, Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grotto of Antiparos, Greece. Illustration from Hellas)

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Peeps into the life of early mankind (litho)
8676268 Peeps into the life of early mankind (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peeps into the life of early mankind)

Tunnel in a California mine, 1850s
NWI4826881 Tunnel in a California mine, 1850s.; (add.info.: Tunnel in a California mine, 1850s.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Enoshima Cave - Cave of Yenoshima - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo
CSO4980041 Enoshima Cave - Cave of Yenoshima - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo; (add.info.: Enoshima Cave - Cave of Yenoshima - Japan 1880-1910 - Hand coloured photo); Photo © DDF

Switzerland: A climber and her guide resting at the entrance of a cave, 1900
LUX4816484 Switzerland: A climber and her guide resting at the entrance of a cave, 1900; (add.info.: Switzerland: A climber and her guide resting at the entrance of a cave)

Nymph, sculpture by Vincenzo Rosignoli, displayed at the Festa dell'Arte e dei Fiori (Festival of Art and Flowers)
3559336 Nymph, sculpture by Vincenzo Rosignoli, displayed at the Festa dell'Arte e dei Fiori (Festival of Art and Flowers) of 1896-1897

Mythological scene with Ceyx and Alcyone transformed into kingfishers
3480612 Mythological scene with Ceyx and Alcyone transformed into kingfishers; (add.info.: Mythological scene with Ceyx and Alcyone transformed into kingfishers ('halcyons')

Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees (65), Midi-Pyrenees, France, Grotte de Lourdes with pelerins, 1872
LUX4733418 Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees (65), Midi-Pyrenees, France, Grotte de Lourdes with pelerins, 1872; (add.info.: Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees (65), Midi-Pyrenees, France

The grotto in the Schulerloch caves, near Esing, Bavaria. Stalactites like chandeliers hang from high arches that
FLO4576588 The grotto in the Schulerloch caves, near Esing, Bavaria. Stalactites like chandeliers hang from high arches that resemble a gothic cathedral

France, Midi-Pyrenees, Hautes-Pyrenees (65), Lourdes: the miraculous cave with a preacher, 1890
LUX4796427 France, Midi-Pyrenees, Hautes-Pyrenees (65), Lourdes: the miraculous cave with a preacher, 1890; (add.info.: France, Midi-Pyrenees, Hautes-Pyrenees (65)

Prehistory, caves in the cliffs. Engraving 1877
JAB4121659 Prehistory, caves in the cliffs. Engraving 1877; (add.info.: Prehistory, caves in the cliffs. Engraving 1877); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Cave carved out of the ice
3569231 Cave carved out of the ice by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); (add.info.: Antarctic Circle 1910 Photographer: Ponting, Herbert G.); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Cave carved in the ice
3569229 Cave carved in the ice by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); (add.info.: Antarctic Circle 1910 Photographer: Ponting, Herbert G.); Alinari Archives, Florence.

Greek mythology: a siren, Protee and triton, marine deities - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf
FLO4679996 Greek mythology: a siren, Protee and triton, marine deities - Eau forte by Jacques Louis Constant Lacerf, based on an illustration by Leonard Defrance (1735-1805)

Touraine tranquil: Portrait of Miss Porcher next to a troglodyte house, 1916, Coursay, France - Autochrome anonymous
LUX4699775 Touraine tranquil: Portrait of Miss Porcher next to a troglodyte house, 1916, Coursay, France - Autochrome anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Touraine tranquil)

Langres: The plateau of Langres, the entrance to the caves of Sabinus, 1885 - A.Veyssiere rue Jean Roussat Langres
LUX4703679 Langres: The plateau of Langres, the entrance to the caves of Sabinus, 1885 - A.Veyssiere rue Jean Roussat Langres; (add.info.: Langres: The plateau of Langres)

France, Brittany, Cotes-d'Armor (22), Etables-sur-Mer: August 1904, in the bay of Saint-Brieuc
LUX4784262 France, Brittany, Cotes-d'Armor (22), Etables-sur-Mer: August 1904, in the bay of Saint-Brieuc, picnic in a seaside cave, 1904; (add.info.: France, Brittany, Cotes-d'Armor (22)

The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
526428 The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. First published in 1719, it is claimed to be the first English novel

Purgatory: Dante and Virgil at the entrance of Hell. Miniature from "The Divine Comedie" (Divina commedia)
AIS5386203 Purgatory: Dante and Virgil at the entrance of Hell. Miniature from "The Divine Comedie" (Divina commedia) by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321)

Sindbad the sailor (Sinbad) - tale of the thousand and one (1001) nights - illustration by Gustave Dore - edition
PCT4278292 Sindbad the sailor (Sinbad) - tale of the thousand and one (1001) nights - illustration by Gustave Dore - edition Maxwell 1865 - Second voyage: Sindbat discovers a valley with diamonds

The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)
FLO4634040 The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)

Vertical section of the cave at Gailenreuth, near Muggendorf, Germany, after William Buckland
FLO4569221 Vertical section of the cave at Gailenreuth, near Muggendorf, Germany, after William Buckland, and entrance to the cave below

The Erdmannshohle grotto (Erdmannshohle cave or Hasler Hohle, Germany), stalactite and flowstone cave near Hasel
FLO4576072 The Erdmannshohle grotto (Erdmannshohle cave or Hasler Hohle, Germany), stalactite and flowstone cave near Hasel, Germany

Muggendorf caves near Bamberg (Austria). The caves of Muggendorf near Bamberg, France
FLO4575690 Muggendorf caves near Bamberg (Austria). The caves of Muggendorf near Bamberg, France. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

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Exploring the depths of human perception, the cave becomes a metaphorical gateway to enlightenment. Just like Plato's Cave Allegory, where prisoners mistake shadows for reality, we too often find ourselves trapped in our own limited perspectives. The replica of Lascaux II cave painting C013/7378 takes us back thousands of years, reminding us of the ancient wisdom and artistic expressions that have been preserved within these mysterious caverns. Stone-age cave paintings found in Chauvet, France further unveil humanity's innate desire to leave its mark on history. Hidden within cliff caves lies an unexpected treasure - Cova d'en Xoroi in Cala en Porter, Menorca. As evening falls and a pub darts match commences inside this unique bar built into nature's embrace, one can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and adaptability of humankind. Venturing deeper into history, South Condurrow Mine in Camborne transports us to Cornwall during 1892 when miners risked their lives daily to extract precious minerals from beneath the earth's surface. The resilience and determination displayed by these workers are awe-inspiring. Merlin's Cave stands as a testament to mythical tales and legends passed down through generations. This mystical refuge sparks imagination and invites contemplation about what lies beyond our tangible reality. In Lourdes' Grotto resides a statue that has become synonymous with hope and healing for millions around the world. It serves as a reminder that even within darkness or despair, there is always room for faith and miracles. Tragically destroyed by the Taliban, Buddha statue carved into cliffs in Bamiyan once stood tall as an emblem of peace and serenity amidst Afghanistan's rugged landscape. Its absence now echoes louder than ever before - a stark reminder of how cultural heritage can be lost forever if not protected.