Zones Collection

Taste map of a human tongue, light green area sensitive to bitter taste, yellow areas sensitive to sour taste, blue areas sensitive to salt taste, purple area sensitive to sweet taste

Earths tectonic plates. Global map showing the boundaries of the tectonic plates that make up the Earths crust. The eight major plates are the: African Plate, Antarctic Plate, Indian Plate

Anatomy / Head / Tongue
MOUTH A medical diagram of the human tongue (lower and upper surfaces), with the specific zones of taste and sensation marked by their Latin names

Map and diagram of the world, folio a4v of Orbis Breviarium by Zaccaria Lilio (d. c)
488665 Map and diagram of the world, folio a4v of Orbis Breviarium by Zaccaria Lilio (d.c.1522), Florence, 1493 (print & woodcut) by Italian School

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - When am I goin to see you again
On the back of the card is a plaintive message to David.. Do you still miss us my darling? I will be delighted to have a little card from you

Mappa Mundi, the first printed map of the world, from Etymologiae
3482941 Mappa Mundi, the first printed map of the world, from Etymologiae by Isidorus Hispalensis, Augsburg: GAonther Zainer, 19 November 1472 (woodcut) by German School

Horsa Glider Memorial, Wolfheze, Holland
Wolfheze is a small village about 10km to the west of Arnhem beside which the Operation Market Garden 17 September 1944 Landing Zones Z ands (gliders) and Drop Zone X (parachutists) were located

Time zones of the United States (coloured engraving)
6014055 Time zones of the United States (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Time zones of the United States)

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a gently sloping Mediterranean coast, with an inset showing sand-dwelling life (lower right)

Isotherm and climate zones chart 1889
Indiana Educational Series The Complete Geography - Indianapolis 1889

Rain chart of the world 1889
Indiana Educational Series The Complete Geography - Indianapolis 1889

Berlin, Germany - postwar - French sector border post
Berlin, Germany - postwar - Sign alerting that you are leaving the French-controlled sector. Date: circa 1947

Airspeed AS 51 Horsa-these 24 await their compliment of troops and light vehicles before being towed to landing zones in occupied Europe

Michelin guides to WW1 battle fields
Advertisement for Michelin travel guides, essential for a visit to First World War battlefields. Date: 1920

Map of Low Countries by G. H. Davis
Defence by inundation: the Low Countries bar against invasion. A pictorial map drawn in the early weeks of the Second World War

Black Lion Wharf 1859 Etching fourth state four
Artokoloro

A Map of the Southern Zones; Unknown; Therouanne ?, France (formerly Flanders), Europe; fourth quarter of 13th century (after 1277); Tempera colors, pen and ink, gold leaf

Tidal Zone information board, with high tide causing flooding, Brockweir, River Wye, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England, September

Horse-chestnut or Conker tree ( Aesculus hippocastanum) large deciduous tree widely cultivated in temperate zones.From Amedee Masclef Atlas des Plantes de France, Paris, 1893

No Entry Foot-and-Mouth Disease Precautions notice, Moses Plat Farm, Speen, Buckinghamshire, England, February

Foot And Mouth Disease, Control Measure Protection Zone Ahead sign at roadside, Surrey, England, September 2007

This Footpath is Closed on Account of Foot and Mouth Disease sign on gate in farmland, Surrey, England, September 2007

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7192
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a steep wave-swept Mediterranean coast

No Entry, Animal Disease Control Precautions tape, on farm gate in restricted disease area, during Foot and Mouth disease outbreak, Cumbria, England, 2001

Foot and Mouth Precautions sign on farm gate, with walker using disinfected straw, during Foot and Mouth disease outbreak, West Sussex, England

Time machine. Conceptual artwork of a clock face and the Earth. The words " time machine" and the warping effects represent time travel and the warping of time at near-light speeds

Gagarins orbit in Vostok 1, 1961
Gagarins orbit in Vostok 1. Orbital flightpath (red, on a map of the Earth) of the Vostok 1 spacecraft (upper left, call sign KEDR) that carried Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968)

Many-coloured polypore fungi
Many-zoned polypore (Coriolus versicolor) bracket fungi. Wiltshire, UK November 2010

Earths internal structure, artwork
Earths internal structure. Cutaway artwork showing various subdivisions and layers from the Earths crust down to its iron core (depth of 6371 kilometres)

Life zones around three stars, artwork. The star types are, from top: hotter stars, sunlike stars, and cooler stars. The colours show the habitable zones (green)

The Main Post Office, Istanbul. There are different counters for local/ interior post and for International post. A clock above the counter unusually shows the time in two different time zones

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"Exploring the Fascinating Zones: From Taste to Tectonic Plates" Delve into the intricate taste map of a human tongue, where different zones reveal our sensitivity to various flavors. The light green area represents our bitter taste buds, while yellow areas indicate sourness and blue areas signify saltiness. And let's not forget the delightful purple zone that brings us the joy of sweetness. Journey beneath Earth's surface and discover the hidden world of tectonic plates. These colossal puzzle pieces shape our planet, constantly shifting and colliding to create mountains, valleys, and even earthquakes. Explore their boundaries and witness the power they hold. Uncover the secrets of anatomy as we focus on one particular region – the head and its marvelous organ, the tongue. This vital part allows us to savor delicious meals while also enabling speech production. Dive into its complexity and marvel at its versatility. Step back in time with a vintage print from 1493 depicting a world map by Zaccaria Lilio in his Orbis Breviarium folio A4v edition from Florence. Witness how cartography has evolved over centuries as this woodcut masterpiece showcases early attempts at representing our vast planet. WW2 era comic postcard takes you on a nostalgic journey filled with longing for loved ones far away during wartime - "When am I going to see you again?" echoes sentiments shared by many separated by conflict but united in hope for reunion. Explore history through Mappa Mundi - an ancient printed map dating back centuries. Etymologiae provides insights into how people perceived their world long ago; study this remarkable artifact that captures both geographical knowledge and cultural beliefs. Pay homage to bravery at Horsa Glider Memorial in Wolfheze, Holland – a solemn tribute honoring those who participated in daring glider landings during World War II operations Market Garden (1944). Remember their sacrifice and valor as you stand in this hallowed place.