Observing Collection (page 3)

The rustic wreath
MMM5484699 The rustic wreath by Witherington, William Frederick (1785-1865); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The rustic wreath)

Her Majesty's visit to the flagship on August 11, 1853, showing the ships 'Duke of Wellington'
MMM5482603 Her Majesty's visit to the flagship on August 11, 1853, showing the ships 'Duke of Wellington' and 'Victoria & Albert' by Knell

Wall quadrant, a rotating telescope, mounted on a quarter-circle frame, faces a wall facing North South, 1725 (object)
MMM5477736 Wall quadrant, a rotating telescope, mounted on a quarter-circle frame, faces a wall facing North South, 1725 (object); National Maritime Museum, London

They spend the greatest part of their lives in observing the celestial bodies
2963112 They spend the greatest part of their lives in observing the celestial bodies. Illustration from Gulliver's voyage to the flying island or rock of Laputa

A 19th century telescope on an equatorial mount
3252984 A 19th century telescope on an equatorial mount; (add.info.: A 19th century telescope on an equatorial mount. From Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, published c. 1900).

Galileo observing the swaying of the chandelier in Pisa Cathedral, c.1584 (engraving)
540685 Galileo observing the swaying of the chandelier in Pisa Cathedral, c.1584 (engraving); (add.info.: Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) Italian astronomer

Expression of horror and anguish, 19th century (engraving)
FGL5462706 Expression of horror and anguish, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Expression of horror and anguish. Engraving after a photograph from the series of Doctor Guillaume Duchenne de)

A submarine (submarine) officer looking through the periscope. Watercolor and pencil on paper, 1940
MMM5467531 A submarine (submarine) officer looking through the periscope. Watercolor and pencil on paper, 1940, by Eric Ravilious (1903-1942) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); National Maritime Museum

Science in Sport, or the Pleasures of Astronomy. A New Game, 1804 (cardboard)
7339964 Science in Sport, or the Pleasures of Astronomy. A New Game, 1804 (cardboard) by Wallis, John (19th century); 19.5x15.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A German officer in a heavily sandbagged observation point during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934
3502708 A German officer in a heavily sandbagged observation point during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info)

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220137 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

The woodman and Mercury. Fable dedicated to Monsieur le chevalier de Bouillon
DUV4214400 The woodman and Mercury. Fable dedicated to Monsieur le chevalier de Bouillon (Frederic Maurice de La Tour d'Auvergne (1605-1652) - Fables by La Fontaine

Letter W: wagon, c.1920 (print)
DUV4206053 Letter W: wagon, c.1920 (print); 15.5x24.5 cm; (add.info.: image from "The alphabet of Mimi" Illustrations by J. M. Porta. 8 pages.); Photo © Duvallon.

Letter U: Urn, c.1920 (print)
DUV4206029 Letter U: Urn, c.1920 (print); 15.5x24.5 cm; (add.info.: image from "The alphabet of Mimi" Illustrations by J. M. Porta. 8 pages.); Photo © Duvallon.

Letters J and K: joujou and kakatoes, c.1920 (print)
DUV4205967 Letters J and K: joujou and kakatoes, c.1920 (print); 15.5x24.5 cm; (add.info.: image from "The alphabet of Mimi" Illustrations by J. M. Porta. 8 pages.); Photo © Duvallon.

Girl fascinated by a beetle (colour litho)
8641352 Girl fascinated by a beetle (colour litho) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl fascinated by a beetle)

A teacher and his pupils using smoked glass to observe the eclipse of the sun in 1921
3058456 A teacher and his pupils using smoked glass to observe the eclipse of the sun in 1921. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Engraving depicting Captain Nemo observing a giant octopus, from Jules Verne's '20,000 Leagues under
3077991 Engraving depicting Captain Nemo observing a giant octopus, from Jules Verne's '20,000 Leagues under the Sea'; (add.info)

Russians fight in France, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Russians fight in France, between c1915 and 1918. Russian soldiers near a dugout in the snow in France during World War I.

Confirmation of Dr. Longley's election to the Archbishopric of Canterbury..., 1862. Creator: J. M. Williams
Confirmation of Dr. Longley's election to the Archbishopric of Canterbury in the Church of St. Mary-Le-Bow, Cheapside [London]: the Archbishop-elect taking the oaths, 1862

What's going on here around?
Marco Pozzi

Angle
Mohammed Alnaser

Oniwakamaru Observing the Great Carp in the Pond, 10th month, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Oniwakamaru Observing the Great Carp in the Pond, 10th month, 1889. Series: New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts

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

At sea; During boarding, a patrol cruiser turns on the visiting vessel which it encircles... 1917. Creator: Unknown
At sea; During boarding, a patrol cruiser turns on the visiting vessel which it encircles in its wake, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris

Oniwakamaru Observing the Great Carp in the Pond, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Oniwakamaru Observing the Great Carp in the Pond, 1889. From New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts

The Bombardment of Sveaborg - Officers on the Island of Tona Miola - sketched by J. W. Carmichael, 1 Creator: Unknown
The Bombardment of Sveaborg - Officers on the Island of Tona Miola - sketched by J. W. Carmichael, 1856. Scene from the Aland War, part of the Crimean War. On Sunday afternoon, August 12, H.M

Girl Looking through a Telescope, mid-18th century. Creator: Pietro Rotari
Girl Looking through a Telescope, mid-18th century

The Drawing Lesson, c.1790-c.1809. Creator: Abraham van Strij
The Drawing Lesson, c.1790-c.1809

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

L'exemple du souverain; Le roi Pierre 1er observe les peripeties de la bataille, Dec 1914
'L'exemple du souverain; Le roi Pierre 1er observe d'une hauteur les peripeties de la bataille, Decembre 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I"

The Battle-Painter Jorgen Sonne in his Studio, 1823-1825. Creator: Ditlev Blunck
The Battle-Painter Jorgen Sonne in his Studio;A Battle-Painter, Jorgen Sonne, in his Studio;A Battle-Painter in his Studio, 1823-1825

Sebastopol Batteries Firing at an Austrian Vessel, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Sebastopol Batteries Firing at an Austrian Vessel, 1854. Crimean War. Allied ship coming under fire from Russian guns at the strategic Black Sea port

Lord Raglan and General Canrobert visiting the French Outposts opposite Sebastopol, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Lord Raglan and General Canrobert visiting the French Outposts opposite Sebastopol, 1854. Crimean War. General Canrobert...is looking at Sebastopol through his telescope...In the distance...may be

Sailors standing in line on boardwalk with a group of local women and men standing... 1894 or 1895
Sailors standing in line on boardwalk with a group of local women and men standing nearby observing the ceremony, possibly Iliulkuk (Unalaska) on Unalaska Island, Alaska/, 1894 or 1895

Man into a cave in front of a waterfall, Gljufrafoss, Skogar, Iceland, Northern Europe (MR)

Galileo discovering new worlds (colour litho)
979549 Galileo discovering new worlds (colour litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Galileo discovering new worlds)

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

NYC, Queens Long Island City, Hunter's Point South Park
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New York, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls State Park, Elevator and Observation Tower
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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

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"Observing the World: From Art to Nature and Beyond" In Rembrandt's masterpiece, "The Return of the Prodigal Son, " we witness a poignant scene of redemption as a father observes his wayward son returning home. On the village green cricket field in Tilford, Surrey, England, UK, players engage in an intense match while spectators observe with bated breath. The spirit of competition fills the air. High above in Norway's skies, two jays engage in a fierce mid-air battle while another watches from afar. Even nature has its observers captivated by its beauty and drama. In the Kalahari Meerkat Project at Van Zylsrus, a group of meerkats huddle together attentively observing their surroundings. Their vigilant eyes ensure their survival in this harsh desert landscape. Caspar David Friedrich's painting "Two Men Contemplating the Moon" transports us to a serene moment where two individuals gaze up at the celestial body above. They ponder life's mysteries under its gentle glow. From conceptual images depicting humans observing our vast universe to 19th-century artwork showcasing Halley's Comet streaking through space - humanity has always sought answers beyond our earthly realm. Descartes' optics theory revolutionized how we understand light and vision during the 17th century. Through observation and experimentation, he paved the way for modern science and understanding. Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus challenged conventional wisdom with his heliocentric model of our solar system. His observations reshaped our perception of Earth's place among celestial bodies. Danish astronomer William A. Doberck dedicated his life to observing stars and mapping out their movements across galaxies. His meticulous work expanded our knowledge of distant cosmic phenomena. Amidst all these profound observations lies windsurfing at Kahului Beach - an exhilarating sport that combines skillful technique with keen observation of wind patterns and waves. It reminds us that observation can also be a source of joy and adventure.