Laying Down Collection

Norfolk terrier portrait, lying in autumn foliage

The Crimean War: Laying down telegraphy wires for communications, 1854
3479547 The Crimean War: Laying down telegraphy wires for communications, 1854; (add.info.: The Crimean War: Laying down telegraphy wires for communications, 1854.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java, Singapore, Penang and Madras, 1870
3478999 Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java, Singapore, Penang and Madras, 1870; (add.info.: Ships on their way to lay the China telegraph cable to connect Java)

HMS Brisk, granted to the International Mid-Channel Telegraph Company, anchored in the English Channel, 1870
3479558 HMS Brisk, granted to the International Mid-Channel Telegraph Company, anchored in the English Channel, 1870; (add.info.: H.M.S)

Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria, 1868
3479553 Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria, 1868; (add.info.: Landing the shore end of the Alexandria Malta submarine telegraph cable at Alexandria)

Laying the submarine telegraph cable in the Persian gulf, 1870
3479551 Laying the submarine telegraph cable in the Persian gulf, 1870; (add.info.: Laying the submarine telegraph cable in the Persian gulf, 1870.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria, 1868
3479552 The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria, 1868; (add.info.: The Scauderia laying the submarine telegraph cable between Malta and Alexandria)

Laying down the Mediterranean telegraph cable at Spezzia, 1854
3479550 Laying down the Mediterranean telegraph cable at Spezzia, 1854; (add.info.: Laying down the Mediterranean telegraph cable at Spezia, Italy, 1854.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Depot of the Mekban Telegraph Department at Gwader, 1863
3478998 The Depot of the Mekban Telegraph Department at Gwader, 1863; (add.info.: The Depot of the Mekban Telegraph Department at Gwader.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Kirkham and the Assaye taking on cable at Woolwich for the Indian telegraph, 1863
3478997 The Kirkham and the Assaye taking on cable at Woolwich for the Indian telegraph, 1863; (add.info.: The Kirkham and the Assaye taking on cable at Woolwich for the Indian telegraph)

Spike Milligan with his wife Patricia and their child Jane. 19th May 1966

Walter Cornelius tries for the "pea pushing"championship. March 1968
Walter Cornelius tries for the " pea pushing" championship. March 1968

Golden Retriever head portrait, lying in autumn leaves, panting

French Bulldog, portrait lying in autumn foliage

A bearded seal lounges on sea ice at Spitsbergen

Stellers Sea Lions (Eumetopias jubatus) hauled out on rocky island; Katmai National Park, Alaska, United States of America

Two Irish Wolfhounds rest on the grounds of Ashford Castle, a luxury hotel in Cong, Ireland
Two Irish Wolfhounds rest on the grounds of Ashford Castle, a 13th century castle turned into a 5 star luxury hotel located in Cong, Ireland; Cong, County Mayo, Ireland

Close-up of male lion face in grass
Close-up of male lion (Panthera leo) face in grass, Serengeti National Park; Tanzania

DOG. Beagle puppy ( 16 weeks old ), sleepy laying down, , studio, white background

Child Hugging a Collie Dog, 1901 (chromolithograph)
3036094 Child Hugging a Collie Dog, 1901 (chromolithograph) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage Victorian trade card of an endearing embrace between a young child)

Humiliation of the Roman army by the Samnites at the Caudine Forks, 321 BC (engraving)
3647061 Humiliation of the Roman army by the Samnites at the Caudine Forks, 321 BC (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Female Indian Elephant Suffa Culli, (The Black Rose
1772316 Female Indian Elephant Suffa Culli, (The Black Rose) liess down and raises her trunk, to show keeper Charles Eyles her teeth, London Zoo, April 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond

A few years ago, schoolgirls did needlework and domestic science but today (23rd January 1968) a few girls have lessons in car maintenance in their school rota

Holidaymakers enjoying the hot weather over the Whitsun Bank Holiday at the Galleon Pool, Didsbury, Greater Manchester. June 1960 M4255-001

Belgian soldiers in a trench proteceted by a sheet of steel close to the town of Audeghem 28th September 1914

Wounded Russian soldiers seen here taking a rest in Halicz. Circa September 1914

J. S. White laying the keel of the Brazilian destroyer Javary, 30th March 1938. Javary was ordered by Brazil on 8 December 1937 from J. Samuel White, Cowes

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) mother lying down on snow-covered tundra with two new born cubs playing, Wapusk National Park, Manitoba, Canada

African Leopard (Panthera pardus) lying down in forest, looking at camera, Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya. Masai Mara national reserve, Kenya

Grevyaes Zebras (Equus grevyi) mother standing in the dark in the stable entrance with foal lying down, Cabarceno Natural Park, Cantabria, Spain, Spain, Cabarceno

Large group of Walruses resting close together
Large group of Walruses (Odobenus rosmarus) resting close together in Togiak National Wildlife Refuge; Alaska, United States of America

Gray wolf pup with blue eyes lying in the grass
Gray wolf (Canis lupus) pup with blue eyes lying in the grass, one paw lifted in the air; South Dakota, United States of America

Portrait of the critically-endangered Sumatran tiger cub
Close-up portrait of the critically-endangered Sumatran tiger cub (Panthera tigris sumatrae) lying on the ground; Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Sumatran tiger cub shows it's teeth to the camera
Close-up portrait of the critically-endangered Sumatran tiger cub (Panthera tigris sumatrae) lying on the ground with it's mouth open, showing it's teeth; Atlanta, Georgia

Panorama of Weddell seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) lying on ice; Antarctica

Close-up of a lion (Panthera leo), head shot portrait of of a male animal looking out into the savanna at sunrise; Serengeti, Tanzania

Cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus), Mother animal with young cubs resting on a mound in the grassy savanna at the Grumeti Game Reserve; Tanzania

Historic image in black and white of children playing together along the canal in the Netherlands, circa 1900; Delfthaven, Holland

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) upside down playing in the snow; Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

Stereoview, World War One, The Great War Realistic Travels military photographs circa 1918. Tenderly lifting a serious injured soldier by stretcher bearers

Green sea turtles in warm sand at sunset, Hawaii, USA
These Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, gather at a beach off West Maui at sunset, Hawaii. The islands of Lanai and Molokai are in the background; Maui, Hawaii

Frost covered American bison on geothermally heated ground in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
Frost covered herd of American bison (Bison bison) one lying down and others standing as still as possible in the background to conserve energy on the relatively warm

Polar Bear family along Hudson Bay, Manitoba, Canada
Polar bear cubs (Ursus maritimus) snuggle up to their mother in the snow along Hudson Bay; Manitoba, Canada

Bobcat resting in the snow on a fallen Lodgepole Pine tree in Yellowstone National Park, USA
Bobcat (Lynx rufus) resting in the snow on a fallen Lodgepole Pine tree (Pinus contorta), Yellowstone National Park; United States of America

Foal resting in a bed of chamomile flowers
Protected foal rests in a bed of chamomile flowers at a Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown, California, United States of America

Southern elephant seal pup saying hello
Southern Elephant Seal pup (Mirounga leonina) lying down and waving to the camera with its fin; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Bison in field with Grand Geyser erupting steam in winter, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
American Bison (Bison bison) lying on the warm ground next to Castle Geyser erupting with thermal steam into the air over the winter landscape in the Upper Geyser Basin at sunrise

Polar Bear lying on the snow looking at the camera, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Portrait of a polar bear (Ursus maritimus) lying on the snow looking at the camera on a sunny day; Churchill, Manitoba, Canada

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"Laying Down: A Collection of Serene Moments and Unforgettable Memories" The golden retriever's head portrait captures the tranquility of a lazy afternoon, as he peacefully rests amidst a bed of vibrant autumn leaves, panting contently. Nestled within the colorful foliage, the Norfolk terrier exudes pure bliss while lying down, savoring the crisp air and embracing nature's beauty. Amidst the fallen leaves, a French Bulldog finds solace in stillness, his portrait reflecting both relaxation and harmony with his surroundings. Spike Milligan shares an intimate moment with his wife Patricia and their child Jane on May 19th, 1966 - a heartwarming scene that epitomizes love and familial connection. Walter Cornelius gives it his all during the "pea pushing" championship in March 1968 - even though he may be too exhausted to stand upright afterward. Stellers Sea Lions bask under the sun on a rocky island in Katmai National Park; their laid-back demeanor showcases their mastery at finding peace amidst rugged landscapes. With sleepy eyes and adorable innocence, a 16-week-old Beagle puppy melts hearts as it curls up for some well-deserved rest against a pristine white background. In this vintage chromolithograph from 1901, we witness an endearing bond between a child and her loyal Collie dog – an image that encapsulates unconditional love and companionship throughout time. Transported back to ancient Rome through engravings depicting the humiliation suffered by its army at Caudine Forks in 321 BC – reminding us how history can teach valuable lessons about humility. Meet Suffa Culli (The Black Rose), an awe-inspiring female Indian Elephant who gracefully lays down her massive frame – showcasing strength combined with elegance like no other creature on Earth. J. S.