Iron Collection (page 7)

Lake Dwellings (Pile dwellings - Pfahlbauten) and associated artefacts. Based on mid-19th century work of Swiss
533822 Lake Dwellings (Pile dwellings - Pfahlbauten) and associated artefacts. Based on mid-19th century work of Swiss archaeologist Ferdinand Keller

Robert brothers helping JAC Charles (1746-1823) to inflate balloon with hydrogen produced by covering barrel of iron
533626 Robert brothers helping JAC Charles (1746-1823) to inflate balloon with hydrogen produced by covering barrel of iron filings with sulphuric acid

Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding
5309418 Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a shearing machine (lawn mower) invented by Edward Beard Budding

19th century illustration showing industrial smog over Dudley caused by smoke from the town's Iron Foundries. 1853
5310712 19th century illustration showing industrial smog over Dudley caused by smoke from the town's Iron Foundries. 1853; (add.info.: Date: 1853); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Penny trade token issued by John Wilkinson
5307944 Penny trade token issued by John Wilkinson.; (add.info.: Penny trade token issued by John Wilkinson, forged with a tilt-hammer)

Illustration depicting a man sat on a wooden bench with a cast iron frame, 19th century
5308873 Illustration depicting a man sat on a wooden bench with a cast iron frame, 19th century; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a man sat on a wooden bench with a cast iron frame)

Nitric acid manufacturing
5312109 Nitric acid manufacturing; (add.info.: Engraving depicting nitric acid manufacturing using cast iron cylinders in a furnace)

A puddling furnace
5311743 A puddling furnace; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a puddling furnace and shingling hammer. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Early transformers
5310265 Early transformers; (add.info.: Engraving depicting early transformers: Left, Faraday's first (1831) model, based on a drawing in his notebooks

An engraving depicting a brass factory: pouring molten brass from crucibles into iron moulds, 19th century
5310643 An engraving depicting a brass factory: pouring molten brass from crucibles into iron moulds, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1866); Universal History Archive/UIG.

France: Gender scene, 2 young girls come back and have breakfast, 1865
LUX4816715 France: Gender scene, 2 young girls come back and have breakfast, 1865; (add.info.: France: Gender scene, 2 young girls come back and have breakfast, 1865); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Laundry classes of the Indian School of Chemawa, in Salem (Oregon, USA), circa 1880 - Duotone reproduction of a 19th
NWI4899237 Laundry classes of the Indian School of Chemawa, in Salem (Oregon, USA), circa 1880 - Duotone reproduction of a 19th century illustration - Laundry class at Chemawa Indian School in Salem

An iron steamer 'Jeanie', 1850
3359474 An iron steamer 'Jeanie', 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of an iron steamer 'Jeanie'. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The cutting and punching of sheet iron in a Clyde shipyard, 1850
3359236 The cutting and punching of sheet iron in a Clyde shipyard, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the cutting and punching of sheet iron in a Clyde shipyard)

The re-floating of the iron ship the 'Ganges', 1850
3359201 The re-floating of the iron ship the 'Ganges', 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the re-floating of the iron ship the 'Ganges')

The iron paddle steamer 'Telegraaf', 1850
3330482 The iron paddle steamer 'Telegraaf', 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of the iron paddle steamer 'Telegraaf', for passengers between Antwerp and Rotterdam)

A Russian circular ironclad the Vice-Admiral Popoff, 1850
3330896 A Russian circular ironclad the Vice-Admiral Popoff, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Russian circular ironclad the Vice-Admiral Popoff in the Nicolaieff Depositing Floating Dock)

The cutting iron rod, 1850
3478432 The cutting iron rod, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the cutting iron rod into lengths for making chains. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea (litho)
3252862 Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea)

John Wilkinson
3585875 John Wilkinson; (add.info.: Portrait of John Wilkinson (1728-1808) an English industrialist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016. Detail of the decor. Architect Hector Guimard (1867-1942), realisation 1905
TED4653688 Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016. Detail of the decor. Architect Hector Guimard (1867-1942), realisation 1905.; (add.info.: Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016)

Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016. Architect Hector Guimard (1867-1942), realisation 1905
TED4653712 Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016. Architect Hector Guimard (1867-1942), realisation 1905.; (add.info.: Porte Dauphine metro station, Paris 75016)

Varieties of iron ore. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by after an illustration by from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's
FLO4652451 Varieties of iron ore. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by after an illustration by from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur

Blacksmith using hammer and tongs to beat a piece of red-hot iron heated in a forge
FLO4577923 Blacksmith using hammer and tongs to beat a piece of red-hot iron heated in a forge. Handcoloured woodcut engraving from The Book of English Trades and Library of the Useful Arts.;

Letter R: irons - Professions Alphabet, c.1900 (lithograph)
DUV4216443 Letter R: irons - Professions Alphabet, c.1900 (lithograph); 20x14 cm; (add.info.: Album containing a simplified reading method and an illustrated abecedary - Pont-a-Mousson Imaging)

The Garabit viaduct (rail bridge) in the Cantal in Auvergne (France) crosses the waters of the dam's reservoir
TED4759003 The Garabit viaduct (rail bridge) in the Cantal in Auvergne (France) crosses the waters of the dam's reservoir lake. Architecture by Gustave Eiffel, 1881-1884

The Garabit viaduct (rail bridge) in the Cantal in Auvergne (France) crosses the waters of the dam's reservoir
TED4758971 The Garabit viaduct (rail bridge) in the Cantal in Auvergne (France) crosses the waters of the dam's reservoir lake. Architecture by Gustave Eiffel, 1881-1884

Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule, 1865 (engraving)
538608 Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule, 1865 (engraving); (add.info.: Emergency in the padded interior of the space capsule)

Pararum Soatuntre Perkasanund, who displayed his devotional discipline by reclining on a bed of iron spikes
530796 Pararum Soatuntre Perkasanund, who displayed his devotional discipline by reclining on a bed of iron spikes. These Hindu philosophers and holy men followed an ancient tradition

Luis Alves de Lima e Silva, Duke of Caxias, 1840
1577126 Luis Alves de Lima e Silva, Duke of Caxias, 1840; (add.info.: Luis Alves de Lima e Silva, Duke of Caxias (1803 - 1880), nicknamed "the Peacemaker" and "Iron Duke"

Phoenix Iron and Bridge Works, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. From The Science Record, New York, 1873
530434 Phoenix Iron and Bridge Works, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. From The Science Record, New York, 1873.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Dutch cartoon, 1794, predicting ballooning in 1804. Chaotic scene as an attempt is made to get the balloon airborne
528657 Dutch cartoon, 1794, predicting ballooning in 1804. Chaotic scene as an attempt is made to get the balloon airborne

Wrought Iron: Rolling and slitting mill. From Diderot ''Encyclopedie'' c1751
865636 Wrought Iron: Rolling and slitting mill. From Diderot ''Encyclopedie'' c1751.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

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A diagram depicting a Finery Furnace used in converting pig iron into malleable or bar iron
5311284 A diagram depicting a Finery Furnace used in converting pig iron into malleable or bar iron: a sectional view of the bottom of a Finery Furnace

An engraving depicting a child's iron cot bed with one side lowered for access, 19th century
5310737 An engraving depicting a child's iron cot bed with one side lowered for access, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1892); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The launch of the SS Great Eastern in 1858
3083201 The launch of the SS Great Eastern in 1858.; Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Century Edition of Cassell's History of England, published c. 1900).

Playing Hounds: A Fire Screen, c.1925 (wrought iron and steel mesh)
1767585 Playing Hounds: A Fire Screen, c.1925 (wrought iron and steel mesh) by Diederich, Wilhelm Hunt (1884-1953); 77.5x146.1x17.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images.

The Bessemer process for the mass production of steel
5312046 The Bessemer process for the mass production of steel; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Bessemer process for the mass production of steel from molten pig iron before the development of)

A pairing iron
5311962 A pairing iron; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a pairing iron used for levelling ground. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Minar Qutb (12th century) and Delhi Iron Pillar (or Mehrauli Iron Pillar) (4th century) (India)
CSO4984844 The Minar Qutb (12th century) and Delhi Iron Pillar (or Mehrauli Iron Pillar) (4th century) (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

From linen to work, 1865
LUX4818248 From linen to work, 1865; (add.info.: From linen to work, 1865); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851 (engraving)
CUL4932771 PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851 (engraving); (add.info.: PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851

Ceremonial sword
3739742 Ceremonial sword; (add.info.: Ceremonial sword, made from Iron, copper and Wood. Kuba-Bushoong Tribe, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa. 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration of a wrought iron candle standard
3520731 Illustration of a wrought iron candle standard; (add.info.: Illustration of a wrought iron candle standard. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Phelp's 'crown' telephone, 1882
3479290 Phelp's 'crown' telephone, 1882; (add.info.: Phelp's 'crown' telephone. This had one iron disc, opposite which the similar poles of six ring magnets were placed)

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"Iron: A Symbol of Strength, Power, and Resilience" Iron has long been a symbol of strength and power throughout history. From the cover of the first issue of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to Antonio Maria Fabres y Costa's painting "The Thief, " iron has made its mark on art and culture. In Oxfordshire, UK, the Uffington White Horse stands tall as an ancient figure carved into the hillside, showcasing the enduring nature of iron. Margaret Thatcher, known as the Iron Lady for her strong leadership style, exemplified this quality during her time as Prime Minister. The Duke Wellington/Paul Pry statue reminds us of another aspect - its versatility. Whether used in weaponry or everyday objects like walking stick stands or irons on ironing boards with adorable Shar Pei puppies nearby, it serves various purposes. Industrial sites such as Scunthorpe Iron Works and Gelli coalmine in Rhondda demonstrate how iron played a crucial role in shaping economies and communities. The Mills Bomb No 5 hand grenade reminds us that even in times of war (like World War One), iron was utilized for destructive purposes. HMS Iron Duke's involvement in the Great Fire of Smyrna highlights both tragedy and resilience. Just like they are withstand intense heat without losing its form, humanity too can rise from ashes stronger than ever before. Stepping back further into history takes us inside the Great Exhibition of 1851 where cast-iron structures showcased innovation and progress. This event marked a turning point when society recognized not only the functional but also aesthetic value that could be derived from this metal. Whether through artistry or industry, symbolism or functionality, one thing remains clear: Iron is more than just a material; it represents endurance against adversity – an unyielding force that shapes our world.