Flanking Collection

WW1 - Victory - The flags of the victorious nations flanking a carved statue of the personification of Victory stood atop the world and holding a victory wreath aloft. Date: circa 1919

Golden Gate at Yedikule, Istanbul, Turkey
The Golden Gate (Porte Doree) at Yedikule, Istanbul, Turkey - part of the 15th century Yedikule Fortress. The gates formed the main ceremonial entrance into the capital

Operation Mallard Memorials, St Aubin d Auquenay
In the centre of this rather untidy collection of memorials in the centre of the village is one to 1st Special Service Brigade and flanking it are plaques to the Civilian Victims

As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho)
2777523 As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: As the battle rages)

With the Shan Column in Burmah, Attack on the Rebel Position at Nankon (engraving)
1594813 With the Shan Column in Burmah, Attack on the Rebel Position at Nankon (engraving) by Griset, Ernest Henry (1844-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Shan Column in Burmah)

St Annes Church, Soho, before bombing which left only the walls and the tower (b / w photo)
3631041 St Annes Church, Soho, before bombing which left only the walls and the tower (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Annes Church, Soho)

Saddle and Sabre (engraving)
1046309 Saddle and Sabre (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saddle and Sabre)

Lord Robertss Advance, the Turning Movement at Brandfort on 3 May (litho)
1048550 Lord Robertss Advance, the Turning Movement at Brandfort on 3 May (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Robertss Advance)

Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition (engraving)
1627160 Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Fort Bodo, Ibwiri)

Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (18411904) - a Welsh journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa and his search for missionary and explorer David Livingstone

Umbria Perugia Todi S. Fortunato Italy italian country
Umbria Perugia Todi S. Fortunato, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of this church focus on the facade portals 1430-1436

Flanking Tower, Killyleagh Castle - a view of a Tower in the Castle grounds. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Killyleagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Stone statue of a camel on the approach to the Ming Tombs
Stone statue of a camel on the approach (Sacred Way) to the Imperial Tombs of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Date: circa 1905

Design Knife Handle Scene Christ Joining Man
Artokoloro

Frieze Grotesques Mask Wearing Whimple Crown
Artokoloro

Blackwork Print Four Shweifwerk Motifs Decorated
Artokoloro

Blackwork Print Two Small Horizontal Panels Pair
Artokoloro

Design Verso Pendant Vase Center 1573 Engraving
Artokoloro

Panel Grotesque Candelabrum Containing Satyrs
Artokoloro

Design Knife Handles Death Lucretia Grotesques
Artokoloro

Drawings Prints, Print, Saints, Alexander, Theodore, flanking, Saint, Benedict, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Saints Alexander and Theodore flanking Saint Benedict, Artist, Anonymous, Italian, 16th century, Anonymous, Italian, 16th century, Italian, 1500, 1600, ca. 1500-1550

Blackwork Print Two Horizontal Panels Pair Lunar-Shaped Fillets
Artokoloro

Ornamental Design Bat Center 1550 Engraving Sheet
Artokoloro

Design Verso Pendant Flower-Piece Bottom Center
Artokoloro

Broadside celebrating Cubas victory, Spain, Spanish American War, soldiers holding
Broadside celebrating Cubas victory over Spain in the Spanish American War, soldiers holding the Cuban flag and flanking the alleogorical figure of Cuba, Jose Guadalupe Posada (Mexican, 1851-1913)

Fragment Capital 18th century Pen black ink brush
Artokoloro

Design Interior Wall Pedimented Niches Windows
Artokoloro

Rome crowned by Fame, print maker: Pieter Serwouters, Bonaventura Elzevier, Abraham Elzevier I, 1626

Rome crowned by Fame, Pieter Serwouters, Bonaventura Elzevier, Abraham Elzevier (I), 1629

Allegory of Faith and Justice, print maker: Pieter Serwouters, Bonaventura Elzevier, Abraham Elzevier I, 1626

Seeing eye looks down on architecture awarded with world globe and celestial globe on pillars on either side of title, Cornelis van Dalen I, Ralph Mabb, 1638

Allegories of Faith and Hope, Flanking the Zuccaro Emblem; Federico Zuccaro, Italian, about 1541 - 1609; about 1595; Pen and brown ink, brush with brown wash

Allegories of Study and Intelligence Flanking the Zuccaro Emblem; Federico Zuccaro, Italian, about 1541 - 1609; about 1595; Pen and brown ink, brush with brown wash

The Thames Embankment, London. One of the two faux-Egyptian sphinxes, designed by George Vulliamy and modelled by C. H. Mabey, which were added to flank Cleopatras Needle in 1882. Date: 1930s

Grand Elizabethan House
A grand Elizabethan country house with fine topiary flanking the steps

Bronze door of the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, Ljubljana, Slovenia, Europe

Seven Days Battle / Elson
The Seven Days Battles - Federal troops flanking the enemy

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"Flanking: A Strategic Maneuver that Shaped Victories and Unfurled Flags" In the annals of history, flanking emerged as a pivotal tactic during World War I, leading to resounding victories for nations. As the battle raged on, the Golden Gate at Yedikule in Istanbul stood witness to this ingenious maneuver. Operation Mallard Memorials in St Aubin d'Auquenay commemorates those who executed flanking with unwavering determination. Amidst the chaos of war, scenes unfolded where reinforcements rushed towards the front line across walkways adorned with vibrant flags of victorious nations. The color litho captures this momentous sight, showcasing their relentless spirit. From distant lands came tales of valor and triumph. In Burma's treacherous terrain, the Shan Column embarked on an audacious attack on rebel positions at Nankon. Engravings immortalize their bravery forever. Yet amidst these stories of heroism lie reminders of destruction and resilience. St Anne's Church in Soho stands as a testament to endurance; its walls and tower alone survived bombing raids that ravaged its surroundings. Saddle up. Sabres gleaming under sunlight marked another chapter in military history—a cavalry charge depicted vividly through engravings that captured both grace and power. Lord Roberts led his forces with strategic brilliance during his advance—his turning movement at Brandfort etched into memory through striking lithographs depicting his tactical genius. One cannot speak without mentioning Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition—an engraving capturing Sir Henry Morton Stanley's daring quest to rescue Dr. Emin Pasha from perilous depths. Beyond battles fought by men lay architectural marvels like Killyleagh Castle's Flanking Tower—a symbol of strength standing tall against time’s relentless march. As we journey further back in time, stone statues guide us towards ancient Ming Tombs—their camel guardian reminding us of the importance even in distant lands.