Opposite Collection (#8)

Watty Grahams Beech, 1798, Maghera, Co. Derry - a view of a beech tree in an enclosure opposite a building. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Maghera). Date: circa early 1900s

Greencastle, Belfast - a view of a tram on the Shore road with shop visible opposite. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, USA
Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington State. The tall building on the left is the City Hall, with the citys chief hotel opposite. Date: circa 1895

Millbank Tower under construction, London SW1
Millbank Tower under construction in March 1961, London SW1. Originally known as Vickers Tower, it was completed in 1963. It is located opposite LFB Headquarters. Date: 1961

Senior citizen couple lying in a hammock, woman wearing a headset looking at a netbook or laptop, man reading a book

Old City of Jerusalem with Dome of the Rock, Israel, Middle East

Two women eating food, one eating fast food, the other one eating uncooked vegetarian food

The Union Flag and the Scottish flag, Saltire, blowing in opposite directions

Millbank Tower under construction, London SW1
Millbank Tower under construction in March 1961, London SW1. Originally known as Vickers Tower, it was completed in 1963. It is located opposite LFB Headquarters

Colored Engravings for the People sign. Published by N. Currier Lithographer, 2 Spruce Street (Nearly Opposite the City-Hall.) New-York. For Sale Here. Date: ca. 1847

Interior of a Hungarian Peasant house
Superb photographic postcard depicting the interior of a Hungarian Peasant house, showing the piles of clean linen and bedding, folding benches, religious pictures adorning the whitewashed walls

Hikers walking in front of a floating iceberg, Lake Gray, Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile, South America

Regent Street / 1960S
Two women crossing the street in opposite directions, next to two routemaster buses

Entries from opposite pages of the Miller zu Aichholz childrens guestbook, 9 August 1891. On left Carl Goldmark (1830-1915) has written opening theme of Brahms G Major string quartet, signing it C

Weathered signposts on the Overland Track, Tasmania

Kenya, Masai Mara, Lone tree

The Bust of an Infant, Front and Back Views, c1480 (1945). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
The Bust of an Infant, Front and Back Views, c1480 (1945). From The Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci. [Reynal & Hitchcock, New York, 1945]

An Old Man and a Youth Facing One Another, c1480 (1945). Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
An Old Man and a Youth Facing One Another, c1480 (1945). From The Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci. [Reynal & Hitchcock, New York, 1945]

Bulak from Ghezireh, c1880, (1904). Artist: Robert George Talbot Kelly
Bulak from Ghezireh, c1880, (1904). From Egypt, by R. Talbot Kelly. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1904]

Mr. Hawkins, Q. C. & Dr. Kenealy Q. C. 1874. Artist: Faustin
Mr. Hawkins, Q.C. & Dr. Kenealy Q.C. 1874. Henry Hawkins, 1st Baron Brampton QC (1817-1907) and Edward Vaughan Hyde Kenealy QC (1819-1880), Irish barrister and writer

Curlew Sandpiper (Tringa subarquata), Siberian Pectoral Sandpiper (Heteropygia acuminata), 1900, (1900)

Blackcock or Black-Grouse - Tet rao tet rix, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Blackcock or Black-Grouse - Tet rao tet rix, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

The Two Plough Horses, 1652. Artist: Paulus Potter
The Two Plough Horses, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Rough Weather, c1917. Artist: Emile Claus
Rough Weather, c1917. This picture is thought to be of Waterloo Bridge. From The Studio Volume 70, [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1917]

Pressing on from the Bridgehead, 1943-44. Scottish troops marching to continue the liberation of Sicily during World War II. Local people can be seen returning to their homes in carts

Prickly Hornfish (Batistes aculeatus), Monacanthus bifilamentosus, c. 1850s
Prickly Hornfisch (Batistes aculeatus) Monacanthus bifilamentosus, c.1850s

Turbot, (Rhombus maximus), Common Sole (Solea vulgaris), c. 1850s
Turbot (Rhombus maximus), Common Sole (Solea vulgaris), c.1850s

Swordfish (Hiphias gladius), Thinnus bulgaris, c. 1850s
Swordfish (Hiphias gladius) Common Thunfisch (Thinnus bulgaris), c.1850s

Studies of Panthers, 1913. Artist: Eugene Delacroix
Studies of Panthers, 1913. A print from The Art of the Great Masters, by Frederic Lees, Sampson Low, Marston and Co, London, 1913

Moroccan Embassy, The chief ambassador saluting the French flag, 1901. Illustration published in, Le Petit Journal, 7th July 1901

Types of gala coachs, 1896. Artist: F Meaulle
Types of gala coachs, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 11th October 1896

Cartoon, Walter Joyce, English actor -- The Man Opposite. 1884

A Country Girl by James M. Tanner. Music by Lionel Monckton
A Country Girl by James M. Tanner. Barry, the heros faithful servant, and his sweetheart Sophie. Around the circle are a little of the words and music of their popular duet, Two Little Chicks

Vickers machine-gun team marching past a working party
Photograph of a Vickers machine-gun team marching past a working party heading in the opposite direction, September 1916. From a group of 550 photographs

John England, Estate Agent sign in Hampstead
John England, Estate Agent sign to the left of the picture in Hampstead. The building is on Perrin?s Court Hampstead NW3. People walking and looking in shop windows

People shopping on a street in Athens, Greece, with a waiting decorated horse and carriage, people entering and leaving the shopping area. Green car park on the opposite side of the road. Date: 1978

Kilid Bahr Fort opposite Canakkale, Turkey (Dardanelles) Date: circa 1920s

Shakespeares Head - Small square with laden wagons, and horses and men. Building opposite advertising Dewans Whiskey. Part of Box 318 Boswell Collection - Dickens. Date: circa 1900

The Channel Islands - Moulin Huet Bay - Hillside view - houses down to bay. Cliffs opposite. Part of Box 234 Boswell Collection - The Channel Islands http:/visitguernsey/moulin-huet-bay Date

Shandon Church and R. Lee, Cork - a view across water to the street and buildings opposite which includes a church. In the foreground are boats. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Cork; Cork)

On the Boyne at Newtown Trim - a view of a man fishing at the Boyne opposite an unusual thatched building on the other side of the river. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Meath: Newtown Trim)

Oura Bund - Waterfront opposite the English Consul, Nagasaki, Japan. The word Bund is an Anglo-Indian term meaning " waterfront street". Date: circa 1908

Rochester & Chatham 1795
Rochester, Kent, with Chatham opposite Date: 1795

Before Victory Day
Before the Victory Parade : Wrens and sailors sleep in hammocks in the Mall opposite the Saluting Base the night before the parade Date: 7 June 1946

Cheapside 1637
View of Cheapside (nearly opposite Wood Street) showing the entry of Queen Marie de Medici, mother of Louis XII and wife of Henry IV of France. Into London on the 29 Date: 29 October 1637

SPAIN. Segovia. Monument to Luis Daoiz and Pedro Velarde opposite the Alcazar (castle). Sculpture on bronze

Jamaica - Distant View of Camp, Newcastle
Slide showing a photograph of buildings on the side of a hill taken from an opposite hill at Newcastle, Jamaica. Newcastle is a settlement in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica

View looking down a street with large building on the other
Slide showing a picture of a street with a large neoclassical building on the opposite side, with carriages in the road and the tops of cathedrals in the distance. Part of Box 366. Date: circa 1900

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"Opposite Worlds: From Police Officers to Children, Exploring Contrasting Realities" In the picturesque Blue Anchor Bay, captured from the opposite side of the Blue Anchor Inn, contrasting scenes unfold. On one hand, we witness the diligent presence of a Police Officer ensuring safety and order in this tranquil coastal haven. On the other hand, children frolic along the sandy shores with carefree abandon, embodying innocence and joy. Transporting ourselves back in time to World War II's pivotal moments, we find ourselves amidst an awe-inspiring sight - Commandos Crossing the Rhine at Wesel. The bravery exhibited by these soldiers stands in stark contrast to their surroundings ravaged by war; a testament to human resilience even in times of chaos. Taking an unexpected turn towards Epsom racecourse unveils another intriguing twist. A Horse That Took The Wrong Turning becomes a symbol of unpredictability and reminds us that life often throws surprises our way when we least expect it. Shifting gears towards historical milestones for equality, we encounter Kos - Women during Ottoman era fighting for their rights through suffrage movements akin to those advocating for Womens Vote worldwide. These brave women defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations. Nature's beauty takes center stage as Gentians - Alpine flowers bloom vibrantly against the majestic backdrop of Eiger mountain range. Their delicate petals juxtaposed against rugged terrain remind us that they can coexist harmoniously if given a chance. Delving into scientific realms brings forth intriguing contrasts such as A Sphere projecting against a Plane from 1792; this hand-colored engraving showcases how geometry challenges our perception by presenting opposing shapes intersecting seamlessly on paper. Crossing continents brings us face-to-face with Liverpool's Birkenhead Park - The Lake where tranquility reigns supreme amidst bustling city life. Here lies proof that opposites attract as urban landscapes blend effortlessly with serene natural settings creating harmony within diversity.