Drawbridge Collection

Magere Brug over the river Amstel illuminated at night on foggy evening, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Opening day of Tower Bridge, London 1894
Tower Bridge was designed by Sir Horace Jones and Mr. Wolfe Barry, comprises a permanent footway 142ft above high-water level and a drawbridge for passing ships

Fascimile of July: Harvesting and Sheep Shearing, from the
BAL65830 Fascimile of July: Harvesting and Sheep Shearing, from the Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry (for original see 8439) by Limbourg Brothers (fl.1400-1416); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Le Pont de Langlois a Arles, 1888 (w / c, gouache and chalk with pen & ink on paper)
CH380349 Le Pont de Langlois a Arles, 1888 (w/c, gouache and chalk with pen & ink on paper) by Gogh, Vincent van (1853-90); 30.5x30.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch

Malta / Valletta Bridge
Valletta: Porta Reale, gate and drawbridge over the ditch protecting the inner walls of the city Date: 1909

SHIP: MARINE ANGEL, 1953. Aerial view of the Marine Angel, at the time the largest vessel to travel the Mississippi River and the Illinois Waterway, as it rounds a sharp bend in the Chicago River

Young person of le Havre
5855691 Young person of le Havre.; (add.info.: Young woman of the port of le Havre. She wears a bonnet that rises to a point, decorated with lace only to the ears. A silk ribbon is wrapped around it)

March: Gardening, 16th century (miniature)
2603787 March: Gardening, 16th century (miniature); (add.info.: Early 16th century life. March: Gardening. Noblewoman in a fur - trimmed robe and carrying pet dog)

The Tower Bridge in London
3561124 The Tower Bridge in London by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: London, Great Britain 1900-1910 ca)

Castle and Bridge of Conway
3561108 Castle and Bridge of Conway by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Conway, Great Britain 1900-1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence.

The Return, (see "The Roundhead's Parole") - drawn by Samuel Read, 1864, Creator: Mason Jackson
The Return, (see "The Roundhead's Parole") - drawn by Samuel Read, 1864. Illustration to a short story. 'The barges went heavily back to Chillington with the returning tide

Farm on a canal with a drawbridge, 1757-1822. Creator: Hermanus Petrus Schouten
Farm on a canal with a drawbridge, 1757-1822

View of Naarden, 1792. Creator: Jacob Bolten
View of Naarden, 1792

View of Uilenburg in Amsterdam, 1870-1923. Creator: Willem Witsen
View of Uilenburg in Amsterdam, 1870-1923. Drawbridge over Amsterdam canal

View of Cantecroy Castle (?), 1605-1673. Creator: Lucas van Uden
View of Cantecroy Castle (?), 1605-1673

Galgewater in Leiden with ice entertainment, 1639-1654. Creator: Karel Slabbaert
Galgewater in Leiden with ice entertainment, 1639-1654. The Galgewater is both the name of a canal and a street. The name is derived from the gallows (galge in Dutch) that used to stand nearby

View of Malacca from the sea, 1764. Creator: Jan Keldermans
View of Malacca from the sea, 1764. View of the city of Malacca which can be seen just above the sandbank on the sea-facing side; with houses, trees and palm trees, a Dutch sloop

Batestein Castle near Vianen, 1840. Creator: Jan Jacob Teyler van Hall
Batestein Castle near Vianen, 1840

The Drawbridge, 1875. Creator: Jacob Henricus Maris
The Drawbridge, 1875

De Waardpoort in Utrecht, 1757-1822. Creator: Hermanus Petrus Schouten
De Waardpoort in Utrecht, 1757-1822. The Weerdpoort, also known as Amsterdamse Poort, was one of the four medieval city gates

River landscape with a view of a village, 1866-1892. Creator: Frederik Jacobus van Rossum du Chattel
River landscape with a view of a village, 1866-1892

Raft passing drawbridge, Winona, Minn. between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Raft passing drawbridge, Winona, Minn. between 1880 and 1899

View of the Oude Vest in Leiden, 1854. Creator: Gerardus Johannes Bos
View of the Oude Vest in Leiden, 1854. The dome of the Marekerk can be seen in the distance

View of the Bierkade in The Hague, 1756-1801. Creator: Anon
View of the Bierkade in The Hague, 1756-1801. In the foreground the Wagenbrug and in the background the Diaconie Oude Vrouwen-en Kinderhuis

View of the Haarlemmerpoort in Amsterdam, 1796-1849. Creator: Albertus Brondgeest
View of the Haarlemmerpoort in Amsterdam, 1796-1849. Gate in the old city wall

Jackknife Bridge, Chicago, Ill. c1907. Creator: Unknown
Pueblo Freighter, Jackknife Bridge, Chicago, Ill. c1907

Jackknife Bridge, Chicago, Ill. c1907. Creator: Unknown
Jackknife Bridge, Chicago, Ill. c1907

12th St. Bascule Bridge, Chicago, Ill. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
12th St. Bascule Bridge, Chicago, Ill. between 1900 and 1910

View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. Creator: Anon
View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. A View of Amsterdam taken from the Old Rampart, Holland. In the background the Montelbaan tower, the Zuiderkerk and the Munttoren

View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. Creator: Anon
View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. A view of Amsterdam taken from the old rampart, Holland. In the background the Montelbaan tower, the Zuiderkerk and the Munttoren

View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. Creator: Anon
View of the Oudeschans in Amsterdam seen from the IJ, 1752. A view of Amsterdam taken from the old rampart, Holland. In the background the Montelbaan tower, the Zuiderkerk and the Munttoren

The Koepoort (Cow Gate) in Delft, 1850-1892. Creator: Pieter Gerard Vertin
The Koepoort (Cow Gate) in Delft, 1850-1892

The Drawbridge, 1660-1672. Creator: Jan van der Heyden
The Drawbridge, 1660-1672

Borstall Tower, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Borstall Tower, [near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire], 1850. View of...the north front [of Borstall or Boarstall Tower], a good specimen of the castellated architecture of the time of Edward II

Trip to Neptune: couple in front of Forte Sangallo Nettuno. Date of Photograph:05/10/1930

USA, Connecticut, Mystic River Bascule bridge lifted

Florida, Boca Raton, tugboat cruising on the Intracoastal Waterway

Viscount Castle, faade, Pavia Pavia Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1973. Date of Artwork:1360 - 1399 ca

Viscount Castle, Pavia Pavia Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1973. Date of Artwork:1360 - 1399 ca

Pavia: Viscount's Castle Pavia Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1973. Date of Artwork:1360 - 1399 ca

The city walls (dating from 1220 A.D.) that surround Cittadella, Padua Cittadella Walls Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1968

Designs for bridges for climbing up fortified towers and a lock for a chest, drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, part of the Codex B (2173), c.21r, housed at the Institut de France

Sill-le-Guillaume Castle, France France Sill-le-Guillaume Castle Early Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1925 ca.. Date of Artwork:XI sec. XV sec

The terraces and the drawbridge of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. Rome Castel Sant'Angelo. Castle, Mausoleum Hadrianic Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Internal entrance to the Castle of S. Angelo, Rome. The dome of San Pietro is visible in the background. Rome Castle of S

View of the Sirmione Castle on Lake Garda. In the foreground, boats are moored on the banks of the canal. Sirmione Castle, Museum Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

View of Castelvecchio, or Scaligero Castle, in Verona Verona Castle Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1936. Date of Artwork:1354, XX sec

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA skyline drawbridge at dusk

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Fascinating World of Drawbridges" Step back in time with us as we delve into the captivating history of drawbridges. From ancient fortresses to modern marvels, these iconic structures have played a vital role in connecting people and places throughout the ages. Transport yourself to July's harvest season, where farmers and sheep shearers gather under the watchful eye of a majestic drawbridge. The scene comes alive in "Fascimile of July: Harvesting and Sheep Shearing, " showcasing the bridge's significance as a meeting point for communities. Travel to Arles in 1888, where Vincent van Gogh immortalized "Le Pont de Langlois. " His vibrant watercolor captures not only the beauty of this drawbridge but also its importance as an integral part of daily life for locals. Take flight above the vast expanse of water with "SHIP: MARINE ANGEL, " an awe-inspiring aerial view that showcases one of history's largest drawbridges. This engineering marvel stands tall, symbolizing mankind's triumph over nature's obstacles. Experience London's Tower Bridge on its opening day in 1894, witnessing crowds gathering to witness this architectural masterpiece come to life. Its majestic towers and intricate mechanisms make it more than just a crossing; it is an icon representing innovation and progress. Venture further south to Valletta Bridge in Malta, where old-world charm meets modern convenience. This picturesque drawbridge seamlessly blends into its surroundings while providing essential access between two parts of this enchanting city. Discover Conway Castle Judges Real through the lens of time itself—a fortified Norman Manor House guarded by an imposing drawbridge tower. Immerse yourself in medieval tales as you traverse across this historic gateway. Uncover hidden treasures at Wells' Palace Drawbridge nestled within Somerset's idyllic landscapes.