Tunnels Collection (page 4)

A wash view of the shield, c. 1818-39 (watercolour)
7315328 A wash view of the shield, c.1818-39 (watercolour) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 12.8x9 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Timbering for the removal of the old shield, c. 1818-39 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315327 Timbering for the removal of the old shield, c.1818-39 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 12.3x9 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Longitudinal section showing the Rotherhithe shaft with the first section of tunnel constructed, c
7315326 Longitudinal section showing the Rotherhithe shaft with the first section of tunnel constructed, c.1818-39 (watercolour) by Brunel

"Longitudinal section of part of Thames Tunnel showing the state of the strata
7315325 "Longitudinal section of part of Thames Tunnel showing the state of the strata...", 1837 (watercolour on paper) by British School

Cylindrical tunnelling shield with crank, 1818 (watercolour on paper)
7315323 Cylindrical tunnelling shield with crank, 1818 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 25.543.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Longitudinal section showing the inundation of the river, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315317 Longitudinal section showing the inundation of the river, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 61x24 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Sketch-plan showing two sections of the proposed cylindrical tunnel, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315308 Sketch-plan showing two sections of the proposed cylindrical tunnel, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Brunel, Marc Isambard (1769-1849); 20.5x30 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Lithographic overview and cross section of the Great Descents, c. 1818-39 (lithographic print on paper)
7315331 Lithographic overview and cross section of the Great Descents, c.1818-39 (lithographic print on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 31x52 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Sketch of the tunnel shaft with accompanying text, c. 1818-39 (lithograph print on paper)
7315329 Sketch of the tunnel shaft with accompanying text, c.1818-39 (lithograph print on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

Transverse section of the Thames Tunnel and strata, 1837 (watercolour on paper)
7315324 Transverse section of the Thames Tunnel and strata, 1837 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 19x31 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Cross Section of the Tunnel showing the extent of displaced ground, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315315 Cross Section of the Tunnel showing the extent of displaced ground, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 29x51 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Cylindrical tunnelling shield (two views), 1818, (watercolour on paper)
7315310 Cylindrical tunnelling shield (two views), 1818, (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 50x27 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Coupe d'une Tonnelle pour le service des gens de pied prise dans toute son etendue, 1824 (watercolour on paper)
7315305 Coupe d'une Tonnelle pour le service des gens de pied prise dans toute son etendue, 1824 (watercolour on paper) by Brunel

Three miners at work in the tunnel, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315287 Three miners at work in the tunnel, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 26x43.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of Thames Tunnel with overlay (under), c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315282 Section of Thames Tunnel with overlay (under), c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 29x49.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Isometrical projection of one of the Twelve Iron Frames forming the Shield, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315278 Isometrical projection of one of the Twelve Iron Frames forming the Shield, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 52x42 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Timbering for the Removal of the Old Shield/ Side Timbering, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315313 Timbering for the Removal of the Old Shield/ Side Timbering, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Beamish, Richard (1798-1873); 52x28 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of the tunnel, shield and movable stage, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315296 Section of the tunnel, shield and movable stage, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 30x51.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Isometrical sketch of one of the Twelve Iron Frames forming the Shield, c
7315272 Isometrical sketch of one of the Twelve Iron Frames forming the Shield, c.1818-39 (sketch on wove paper, derived from woodcut) by Beamish

Mode of sinking the Shaft, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315292 Mode of sinking the Shaft, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 29x50.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

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A lithograph section of the whole tunnel with three vignettes, c. 1818-39 (lithograph print on paper)
7315332 A lithograph section of the whole tunnel with three vignettes, c.1818-39 (lithograph print on paper) by Westall, William (1781-1850); London Metropolitan Archives

Lithographic overview of the Great Descents, c. 1818-39 (lithographic print on paper)
7315330 Lithographic overview of the Great Descents, c.1818-39 (lithographic print on paper) by Brunel, Marc Isambard (1769-1849); 12.8x28 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of the Thames Tunnel with stagecoach and shield, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315302 Section of the Thames Tunnel with stagecoach and shield, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 35.5x27 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of one of the iron frames comprising the shield, 1836 (watercolour on paper)
7315289 Section of one of the iron frames comprising the shield, 1836 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 43x51 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of Thames Tunnel with overlay (over), c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315284 Section of Thames Tunnel with overlay (over), c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 29x49.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Isambard's descent in the diving bell, 1827 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315268 Isambard's descent in the diving bell, 1827 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Brunel, Isambard Kingdom (1806-59); 19x21.7 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Engineering drawings for a tunnel in cast iron, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper)
7315320 Engineering drawings for a tunnel in cast iron, 1818 (pen-and-ink sketch on wove paper) by Brunel, Marc Isambard (1769-1849); 32.5x20.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Section of a tripartite tunnelling shield with twelve miners at work, c. 1818-39 (watercolour on paper)
7315303 Section of a tripartite tunnelling shield with twelve miners at work, c.1818-39 (watercolour on paper) by British School, (19th century); 27x27 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Four views of the Tunnelling Shield, c. 1818-39 (grisaille watercolour on paper)
7315298 Four views of the Tunnelling Shield, c.1818-39 (grisaille watercolour on paper) by Brunel, Marc Isambard (1769-1849); 51.5x50.5 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

Cross section of the whole tunnel, 1831 (watercolour on paper)
7315271 Cross section of the whole tunnel, 1831 (watercolour on paper) by Pinchback, Joseph (19th century); 54x155 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

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Michael Nachbar

Construction of the Paris metro - Works for the construction of the metro in the rue de Rivoli (line 1)
LSE4402386 Construction of the Paris metro - Works for the construction of the metro in the rue de Rivoli (line 1), 1899 (b/w photo) by French Photographer

Intense Activities for the Sempione tunnel, 1903 (b / w photo)
7272438 Intense Activities for the Sempione tunnel, 1903 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: TRAFORO OF the SEMPIONE Photography memory of a group of workers at)

Exciting rescue of two Italian workers buried in a flooded gallery in New York (colour litho)
2814860 Exciting rescue of two Italian workers buried in a flooded gallery in New York (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho)
2778204 Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some border soldiers)

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Kaikoura, New Zealand. These road tunnels provide access into the town of Kaikoura. Date: 28/01/2006

In the Days of the Channel Tunnel: Precautions and Possibilities (litho)
7185894 In the Days of the Channel Tunnel: Precautions and Possibilities (litho) by Harrison, Charles (d.1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Days of the Channel Tunnel)

French and German sappers who meet in the excavation of underground tunnels to reach... (colour litho)
2815717 French and German sappers who meet in the excavation of underground tunnels to reach... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Making of the Simplon Tunnel (litho)
1043499 The Making of the Simplon Tunnel (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Making of the Simplon Tunnel)

An electric train (colour litho)
7166334 An electric train (colour litho) by Holmes, Thomas William (1872-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: An electric train)

The New Tower Subway (engraving)
1057143 The New Tower Subway (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Tower Subway)

Railway alphabet Rs T U V, 1860 (illustration)
7206895 Railway alphabet Rs T U V, 1860 (illustration) by British School, (19th century); 29x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rs T U V: Rails, Station, Tunnel, One, Viaduct)

RAILWAY ALPHABET T, 1860 (illustration)
7206898 RAILWAY ALPHABET T, 1860 (illustration) by British School, (19th century); 29x24 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: T: And heres the Tunnel, or the long underground)

London Life - A Shoeblack works outside a Station Entrance on The City and South London Railway (C&SLR), the tunnels and lines of which now form the Bank Branch of the Northern line, Date: circa 1910s

Train emerging from a snow shed tunnel in the Rockies (chromolitho)
7157064 Train emerging from a snow shed tunnel in the Rockies (chromolitho) by Lloyd, W. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Train emerging from a snow shed tunnel in the Rockies)

Entrance to Tunnel, Welbeck (b / w photo)
7180792 Entrance to Tunnel, Welbeck (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entrance to Tunnel, Welbeck)

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Tunnels have long been a fascinating feat of engineering, capturing the imagination and transporting us to hidden worlds. One iconic figure in tunnel construction is Isambard Kingdom Brunel, whose vision and determination led to remarkable achievements. With chains in hand, Brunel's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking work. Just like Badger and Mole from the beloved tale "The Wind in the Willows, " tunnels hold an air of mystery and adventure. They beckon us to explore what lies beyond their darkened entrances, promising secrets waiting to be discovered. Step aboard "The Ghost Train" for a thrilling ride along the thrills and laughter line. As you travel through tunnels that echo with excitement, let your heart race with anticipation as you delve into unknown territories filled with exhilaration. One such legendary tunnel is the Thames Tunnel between Wapping and Rotherhithe. This architectural marvel showcases human ingenuity at its finest, allowing people to traverse beneath one of London's most famous rivers. Venturing further eastward brings us to Kyoto, Japan - home to Senbon Torii's mesmerizing red torii gate tunnels at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine. These vibrant pathways guide pilgrims towards spiritual enlightenment while captivating visitors with their beauty and symbolism. Closer to home in Wilts stands Box Tunnel, another testament to Brunel's brilliance. Its grandeur reminds us that even underground passages can leave lasting impressions on those who witness them. Through photographs captured by I K Brunel himself or anonymous artists inspired by his genius, we catch glimpses of history frozen in time. Each image tells a story of ambition realized against all odds – a reminder that dreams can become reality when passion meets perseverance. Whether it be the enchanting red torii gate tunnel at Fushimi Inari shrine or a narrow boat gracefully gliding through Llangollen Canal's passage in England – these tunnels connect our world physically while evoking a sense of wonder and curiosity.