Locks Collection

Foxton Locks, Grand Union Canal (Staircase locks) by Alan Firth

Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe. Commanded a combined army of British tribes which rose up and sacked Camulodunum (Colchester)

Caen Hill Locks with narrow boats - Wiltshire - UK
ME-2140 Caen Hill Locks with narrow boats Wiltshire - UK Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Pedro Miguel Locks, Panama Canal, Panama, Central America

Narrow boat on the Llangollen Canal going through the locks at Grindley Brook, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

A canal boat leaving the famous series of locks at Caen Hill on the Kennet and Avon Canal, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Canal Lock - on Oxford canal at Cropredy, Oxon, Oxfordshire
ROG-7294 CANAL - locks on Oxford canal Cropredy, Oxon Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Pedro Miguel Locks, Panama Canal

Erie Canal locks
Boat in the Erie Canal locks at Lockport, New York, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Picture No. 10741259
Devizes Locks, Wiltshire Date:

Flood barrier, Netherlands
Flood barrier in Zeeland, Netherlands. This is part of the Deltaworks, which consists of dams, sluices, locks, dikes, and storm surge barriers

Gatun Locks, Panama, Canal

TEXAS IN GATUN LOCKS
The U.S.S. Texas in the Middle East Chamber, Gatun Locks

Welland Ship Canal, lower lock between Lakes Ontario and Erie, Ontario, Canada, North America

Canal lock built from iron because of sandy soil conditions, Beeston Iron Lock, Shropshire Union Canal, Beeston, Tarporley, Cheshire, England, october

Grand Union Canal
Narrow boats passing through the locks on the Grand Union Canal at Rickmansworth, in the Colne Valley, Hertfordshire, England

Panama Canal / East Chambr
One of several ships with this name, this battleship of the U.S.Navy will serve with the British fleet during World War One and also survive the 1946 Bikini atom bomb tests !

Canal in Jericho district of city, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Crowded lock and towpath on the Canal du Midi, Trebes, Aude, Languedoc Roussillon, France, Europe

Panama Canal - Gatun
The U.S.S. Arkansas passes through the Middle West Chamber of the Gatun Locks

Panama Canal / Pedro Migue
The United States Navy warship in a lock during her passage through the Panama Canal from the Atlantic to the Pacific (or vice versa)

Proposal for a Thames Barrage, Gravesend, 1904
Illustration showing a proposal for a barrage of dams and locks, across the River Thames, from Gravesend to Tilbury, 1904. This proposal was suggested by T.W. Barber and J

Borenshult Locks, Gota Canal, Motala, Sweden
Borenshult Locks (there are five in total), on the Gota Canal, Motala, Ostergotland, Sweden. Date: circa 1905

Man on veteran motorcycle with young girl riding pillion circa 1915/20

Teddington Lock, Teddington, Surrey, England, 28 / 6 / 10. Creator: Ethel Davies; Davies, Ethel
Teddington Lock, 28/6/10. Teddington Lock. These locks and weir mark the end of the tidal River Thames. This area is popular for leisure boating and cruising. Teddington, Surrey, England

Oxford Canal Motor Boat
Holidays afloat! The converted narrow boat Mabel, with its crew of happy holidaymakers, on passage between locks, from Braunston to Oxford, Oxford Canal, Napton, Warwickshire. Date: 1960s

Bromley Workhouse, Kent

Lower lock under construction, looking South, Miraflores, Panama Canal

A holiday on the Thames (engraving)
3642556 A holiday on the Thames (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A holiday on the Thames)

3Rd Locks on the River Lagan - a view of the locks and lockhouse from the tow path. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

At the Second Locks on the Lagan, Belfast - a view of a barge (the VIOLET) in the lock with people on board and to the side, on the Lagan. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast)

Contentment - A slightly dishevelled, yet happy, young lady. Date: 1908

Aerial image of Scotland, UK: The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk, Scotland, a rotating boat lift connecting the Forth
AW-6886 Aerial image of Scotland, UK The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk, Scotland, a rotating boat lift connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal

Narrowboat moving through canal staircase lock, Bunbury Locks, Shropshire Union Canal, Bunbury, Cheshire, England, january

Scene in Petticoat Lane
Traders in Petticoat Lane selling an eclectic selection of tools-saws, chisels, plyers, locks and even a giant corkscrew are laid out on the street

New Mexico in Locks
The U.S.S. warship New Mexico in Gatun Locks : both the canal and the ships using it are very vulnerable to attack at this point

Ancient door in the souks, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Riga, Latvia, Baltic States, Europe

U. s. Subs in Panamacanal
Five C-class submarines of the U.S. Navy pass through the Gatun Locks, Panama Canal

Curly Locks 2
Bonny lass, pretty lass, wilt thou be mine ? Thou shalt not wash dishes nor yet feed the swine... (except for the opening words, its the Curly locks rhyme)

Finnish Canal
A steamboat negotiates a series of locks on the Saima Canal, near Palli. The figures give some idea of the size of the construction

Curly Locks Date: circa 1918

General view of the workshop in Chubb & Son's Lock Factory, 1850
3330939 General view of the workshop in Chubb & Son's Lock Factory, 1850; (add.info.: General view of the workshop in Chubb & Son's Lock Factory)

The use of pulleys to make it possible to lock and unlock doors without getting out of bed, 1850
3330952 The use of pulleys to make it possible to lock and unlock doors without getting out of bed, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the use of pulleys to make it possible to lock)

Advert for the Chubb's Patent Jewel Safes, 1850
3330946 Advert for the Chubb's Patent Jewel Safes, 1850; (add.info.: Advert for the Chubb's Patent Jewel Safes. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Travelling trunk on a stand, Venetian, 18th century (wood)
FTB60840 Travelling trunk on a stand, Venetian, 18th century (wood); Ca' Rezzonico, Museo del Settecento, Venice, Italy; © Francesco Turio Bohm.

F1 Formula 1 Formula One Bahraini Bah Gp Grand Prix
Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain. Friday 01 April 2016. Marcus Ericsson, Sauber C35 Ferrari, lcks a tyre. World Copyright: Sam Bloxham/LAT Photographic ref: Digital Image _L4R6593

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"Unlocking the Past: Exploring the Fascinating World of Locks" Queen Boudica of the Iceni Tribe: A fearless warrior queen who guarded her kingdom with an iron lock, symbolizing strength and resilience. Caen Hill Locks with narrow boats - Wiltshire - UK: Witness the picturesque beauty as narrow boats gracefully navigate through a series of locks, showcasing human ingenuity in waterway engineering. Pedro Miguel Locks, Panama Canal, Panama, Central America: Marvel at the colossal gates that control water levels in this engineering marvel connecting two oceans – a testament to human determination and innovation. Narrow boat on the Llangollen Canal going through the locks at Grindley Brook: Step back in time as you witness traditional canal life unfold before your eyes while cruising through historic locks on this enchanting Welsh waterway. Flood barrier, Netherlands: Discover how locks play a crucial role in protecting low-lying lands from devastating floods; witness their power and effectiveness along Dutch coastlines. Erie Canal locks: Journey along one of America's most iconic canals where intricate lock systems enabled trade and transformed communities during its heyday – a true testament to American ambition and progress. TEXAS IN GATUN LOCKS (Picture No. 10741259): Immerse yourself in this captivating image capturing Texas-sized cargo ships navigating through massive Gatun Locks within Panama Canal's impressive infrastructure network. Welland Ship Canal, lower lock between Lakes Ontario and Erie, Ontario: Experience firsthand how these mighty structures facilitate seamless navigation for ships traversing between Great Lakes – unlocking vast opportunities for international trade. A canal boat leaving the famous series at Caen Hill on the Kennet and Avon Canal, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe: Embark on an unforgettable journey as you cruise past charming English countryside, witnessing the mastery of lock systems that have connected communities for centuries.