Observer Collection

WW2 poster, Fly with the RAF
WW2 poster, Men in reserved occupations can now fly with the RAF as pilot or observer. Apply nearest combined recruiting centre. Date: 1941

Halleys comet, 19th Century artwork. 1835 woodcut print depicting the 1835 appearance of Halleys comet. Halleys Comet is the only naked-eye comet certain to return within a human lifetime

Starlight bent by the Suns Attraction: The Einstein Theory
This diagram drawn by W. B. Robinson illustrates Professor Einsteins Theory that light is subject to gravitation. The drawing was based on British observers photographs at the eclipse of the sun

Dropping from a Kite Balloon 1917
A British observer drops from the car of a kite balloon, attached to the parachute which is hanging over the side of the basket. His colleague has already jumped and is on his way to the ground

World War Two recruitment poster
Poster from the Second World War encouraging women to join the Royal Observer Corps

Aurora borealis seen over trees through a fish-eye lens, with an observer at far right. This light display (the northern lights) is seen in the night sky at high latitudes

The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho)
2646269 The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Incandescent giant lamp, model of the Edison type bulb. Expo
Incandescent giant lamp, twelve feet high, mounted on a pedestal crowned by a model of the Edison type bulb, increased 20, 000 times

Curiosity, from the Pears Annual, Christmas, 1892
BAL8679 Curiosity, from the Pears Annual, Christmas, 1892 by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); Private Collection; Austrian, out of copyright

WW1 - Royal Air Force - Pilots and Observers mark targets
WW1 - Royal Air Force - Pilots and Observers mark enemy german targets and positions. Date: circa 1918

Pigeon as Military observer 1914
Miniature double camera with two lenses pointing in opposite directions was attached to the pigeon by harness to take automatic photographs at regular intervals over enermies ground. 1914

Advert for the recruitment of men for the RAF 1941
Fly with the RAF. Volunteer now! Heres the chance you ve been waiting for - to fly with the R.A.F be a pilot (age 18 - 30), Air Observer (18 - 32) or wireless operator/air gunner (18 - 32)

Quantum cryptography equipment
Quantum cryptography. Eye of an observer reflected in a mirror in quantum cryptography apparatus. Quantum cryptography is based on the principle of entanglement

Caricature in L'Assiette du Beurre, 1906, depicting a couple watched by a note taking observer
5617116 Caricature in L'Assiette du Beurre, 1906, depicting a couple watched by a note taking observer; Universal History Archive/UIG.

A paper and bamboo sunshade
5310064 A paper and bamboo sunshade; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a paper and bamboo sunshade for use by soldiers and military observers in hot climates, particularly the Sudan)

Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished
5309417 Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished; (add.info.: Diagram explaining why the observer observes his image to be diminished)

SundownCheetah
Marcel Egger

A Brocken spectre
5307886 A Brocken spectre.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Brocken spectre, also called Brocken bow or mountain spectre, is the apparently enormous and magnified shadow of an observer)

British & French artillery observers, between 1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
British & French artillery observers, between 1915 and 1918. French and British military observers during World War I.

German observers, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
German observers, between c1915 and 1918. German soldiers, including two on a ladder and one using a binocular trench periscope during World War I.

British observers in captured observation post, 6 Jun 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British observers in captured observation post, 6 Jun 1917. British Artillery observing officers of the Royal Artillery, in a captured German observation post near Oosttaverne Wood

Germans in S.W. Belgium, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Germans in S.W. Belgium, between 1914 and c1915. German soldiers near large haystacks in Belgium during World War I.

What's going on here around?
Marco Pozzi

Beyond horizon
Valentin Borsan

Trying to hide
Ferdinando Valverde

Vantage point
kahi

Angle
Mohammed Alnaser

Looking for Something
Faisal ALnomas

Only Eye
Tantoyensen

Solar Eclipse, 1851. Creator: Bengt Nordenberg
Solar Eclipse, 1851

On the Eastern Front; An artillery observer in a position captured... 1917. Creator: Unknown
On the Eastern Front; An artillery observer in a position captured from September 7 to 10, between Lake Malik and Lake Ohrid, 1917

O qu'ils sont laids!, 1836. Creator: Honore Daumier
O qu'ils sont laids!, 1836. Oh how ugly they are

La vie en Campagne; Cette cheminee eventree forme un poste d'observation parfait, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'La vie en Campagne; Cette cheminee eventree, dans les Flandres, forme un poste d'observation parfait, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I" [L'Illustration

look out
Rolf Endermann

The resident of beet street
Alex Lo

Peru, Sacred valley, display of arts & crafts for sale
2040-210289-01

Colombia, Quindio Montenegro, Coffee Park Bamboo Structure at Main Entrance
2040-210081-01

Peru, Cuzco, Tambomachay, display of arts and crafts
2040-210300-01

USA, New York City, aerial views of Manhattan from the Edge
2030-309013-01

USA, New York City, Edge, aerial views of Manhattan
2030-309008-01

USA, New York City, Edge, Observation deck with aerial views of Manhattan

NYC, Queens Long Island City, Hunter's Point South Park
2030-308001-01

New York, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls State Park, Elevator and Observation Tower
2030-307115-01

New York, Niagara Falls, Elevator and Observation Deck
2030-307124-01

Greece, Athens, Cityscape and The National Observatory of Athens
2030-306994-01

New York State Fall Colors along Route 97, Port Jervis to Hancock Byway, Narrowsburg, Hawks Nest
2026-203415-01

New York State, Route 84 lookout, view towards Ellenville
2026-203407-01

Mexico, Yucatan, Chichen Itza, Caracol Building, Observatory
2005-201908-01

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"Observer: Witnessing the World's Wonders through Time" Step into the realm of observation, where history unfolds before your eyes. From a captivating World War II poster urging you to "Fly with the RAF, " to witnessing the bending of starlight by the sun's attraction in Einstein's groundbreaking theory. Travel back to the 19th century and marvel at artwork depicting Halley's comet, a celestial spectacle that has fascinated observers for centuries. Experience the thrill of dropping from a kite balloon in 1917, as brave souls risked their lives for vital information during wartime. Intriguingly, even during times of conflict, recruitment posters beckoned men to join forces with Royal Air Force pilots and observers who marked targets with precision. And who could forget our feathered friends? Discover how pigeons served as military observers in 1914, delivering crucial messages across enemy lines. But observation isn't limited to war; it extends beyond earthly boundaries. Behold nature's mesmerizing display as Aurora Borealis dances across darkened skies—a sight that leaves all spectators spellbound. Curiosity knows no bounds—flip open Pears Annual from Christmas 1892 and immerse yourself in its pages filled with wonderment. Marvel at an incandescent giant lamp modeled after Edison's revolutionary bulb showcased at Expo—an invention that illuminated minds worldwide. Fast forward to quantum cryptography equipment—a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of secure communication channels amidst an ever-evolving digital landscape. Through time and space, observation remains intrinsic to our existence—whether gazing upon historical events or peering into scientific breakthroughs. As we reflect on these diverse glimpses into human curiosity and progress, let us embrace our role as keen observers shaping tomorrow’s world.