Oiled Collection

Plague doctor, 17th century artwork
Plague doctor. 17th century artwork titled Doktor Schnabel von Rom (Beak Doctor from Rome). The text is in Latin. The costumes bronze mask contained aromatic herbs and reduced exposure to bad air

Oiling a Model Railway
The points on a model railway set are oiled to keep the track and trains running smoothly Date: 1960s

Design for an umbrella, hat and coat stand, shown in elevation and plan, c
991024 Design for an umbrella, hat and coat stand, shown in elevation and plan, c.1898-1899 (pencil, watercolour, oiled tracing paper) by Mackintosh

The Gas-Repellent Suit, September 1939
A demonstration of the gas-repellant suit complete with hood, trousers, jumper and mittens made from oiled silk. The outfit was deliberately lightweight, weighing little over 100g (4oz or c.113g)

Medical massage, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates
STC445980 Medical massage, illustration from The Works of Hippocrates, 1934 (colour litho) by Kuhn-Regnier, Joseph (1873-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Female and make bodybuilders. 12th September 1987

Female bodybuilders. 12th September 1987

African women and girl in native dress
Two African women and a girl in native dress, wearing metal and bone jewellery, and with their skin heavily oiled. Date: circa 1920

African woman in native dress, wearing metal and bone jewellery, and with her skin heavily oiled. Date: circa 1920

Le Secret Secret Francois-Andre Vincent French
Le Secret (The Secret); Francois-Andre Vincent (French, 1746 - 1816); France; 1795; Black, red and white chalk and oiled or waxed charcoal or chalk (?); 49 x 39.5 cm (19 5, 16 x 15 9, 16 in.)

barefoot, beauty, calm, candid, cloud, color image, concept, copy space, cyberspace
Woman with tattoos meditating and wearing virtual reality helmet

African girl in native dress, wearing metal and bone jewellery, and with her skin heavily oiled. Date: circa 1920

Chinese soldier with umbrella
A Chinese soldier during the Sino-Japanese War, in a trench half buried by earth. Alongside him is an umbrella of oiled paper. Date: 1937 - 45

Sir Peter Paul Rubens and Theodoor van Thulden, Flemish (1577-1640), Rudolf I and Albert I with Pallas, in or after 1635, brush

Bust of an Angel; Hendrick Goltzius, Dutch, 1558 - 1617; Holland, Europe; 1609; Black chalk, oiled black chalk, heightened with white chalk; 55.6 x 39.7 cm (21 7/8 x 15 5/8 in.)

Picture No. 11071304
Oiled Gannet being cleaned at RSPCA rescue centre after it was covered in polyisobutene (PIB) - Somerset, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11071303
Oiled Gannet being cleaned at RSPCA rescue centre after it was covered in polyisobutene (PIB) - Somerset, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11071302
Oiled Guillemot being cleaned at RSPCA rescue centre after it was covered in polyisobutene (PIB) - Somerset, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11071301
Oiled Guillemot being cleaned at RSPCA rescue centre after it was covered in polyisobutene (PIB) - Somerset, UK. Date:

Picture No. 11071300
Oiled Guillemot being cleaned at RSPCA rescue centre after it was covered in polyisobutene (PIB) - Somerset, UK. Date:

Farmer pouring grease into round baler, Sweden, july

Farmer greasing chain on round baler, Sweden, july

Seabird rescue, contaminated Northern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) adult, being tube fed by people, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Arctic Skua (Stercorarius parasiticus) dark phase, adult, being treated, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, cleaned Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) adult, winter plumage, being released by RSPCA West Hatch staff after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) adult, being cleaned by person, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Seabird rescue, contaminated Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) being collected by RSPCA officer and loaded into van, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea

Oiled Red throated Diver with Oystercatchers - Hilbre Island. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1954

Razorbill (Alca torda) adult, winter plumage, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Chesil Beach, Dorset

Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) dead adult, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adult, with badly oiled plumage, standing on ice, Merseyside, England, december

Oiled trawl net washed up on beach, Worbarrow Bay, Dorset, England, september

Oiled plastic container on beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, july

Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) dead, oiled carcass washed up on shingle beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, july

Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) dead adult, partially oiled carcass washed up on shingle beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, july

Northern Fulmar (Fulmaris glacialis) dead, oiled carcass washed up on shingle beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, july

Penguin feather, SEM
Penguin feather, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The penguin (family Spheniscidae) has the most densely packed feathers of any bird

Group of Sumo Wrestlers
A group of burly sumo wrestlers with their oiled hair in top knots & the Yokozuna (highest ranked wrestlers in the sumo hierarchy), at the front

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"Oiled: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the 17th century artwork as a mysterious Plague doctor emerges, his oiled coat glistening in the dim light. Meanwhile, in a different realm, enthusiasts meticulously oil their Model Railway, ensuring smooth journeys for miniature trains that traverse an intricately designed landscape. In Africa, vibrant colors adorn the native dress of women and girls. An African woman exudes beauty and calmness as she walks barefoot through a candid moment captured under a cloudy sky. The image is filled with vivid hues that bring to life the concept of cultural diversity. A young African girl proudly dons her traditional attire, representing heritage and identity passed down through generations. Traveling further back in time, we encounter an elegant design for an umbrella, hat, and coat stand from centuries ago. Its intricate details are presented both in elevation and plan - a testament to human creativity across cyberspace. Fast forward to September 1939 when innovation meets necessity with "The Gas-Repellent Suit. " This protective garment symbolizes resilience amidst adversity during wartime. Delving into ancient medical practices brings us to Hippocrates' works where illustrations depict the art of medical massage. Oiling plays a vital role here as skilled hands apply therapeutic techniques for healing purposes. Even on distant battlefields, Chinese soldiers find solace under umbrellas while protecting themselves from sun or rain - showcasing how practicality intertwines with cultural symbols throughout history. Shifting gears to more recent times reveals female bodybuilders breaking stereotypes on September 12th, 1987. These strong individuals challenge societal norms by embracing their physical prowess through dedication and hard work. Whether it's preserving history or defying expectations today; oiled hints at stories waiting to be explored - connecting diverse cultures across time periods while celebrating individuality within our colorful world.