Water Jet Collection

Fountains in Maria Luisa Park, Seville, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Shand and Mason's fire engine
5309998 Shand and Mason's fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Shand and Mason's fire engine, used by the London Fire Brigade. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London
5309997 Fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London; (add.info.: Engraving depicting fire-fighters battle a blaze near Tottenham Court Road, London)

A Merryweather & Sons fire engine
5309999 A Merryweather & Sons fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Merryweather & Sons fire engine. This would be drawn to the scene of a fire by four horses)

A small portable fire engine
5310005 A small portable fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a small portable fire engine carrying an initial charge of 36 gallons of water thus enabling it to attack a blaze without a delay)

Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine
5309996 Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine; (add.info.: Sectional view of a typical 18/19th century fire engine)

A chest fire engine
5309995 A chest fire engine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a chest fire engine of the type in use in Holland during the 17th century. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Light show at the new Plaza Catalunya fountain, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

South Canal Park, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. c1905. Creator: Unknown
South Canal Park, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. c1905

Hydraulic gold mining, between c1900 and 1923. Creator: Unknown
Hydraulic gold mining, between c1900 and 1923

Illustration showing how new long fire hoses could reach all parts of a building
STC190090 Illustration showing how new long fire hoses could reach all parts of a building, from a book on Firefighting in Holland, published c.1700 (engraving) by Dutch School

Fountain with cupid firing a water jet arrow, designed by Louis Lerambert, at Versailles
2962821 Fountain with cupid firing a water jet arrow, designed by Louis Lerambert, at Versailles, 1677 (engraving) by Lepautre, Jean (1618-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Les Plans)

The Bosquet du Theatre d Eau in the gardens at Versailles, France, (1903). Le Theatre D Eau Dans Les Jardins De Versailles

Hydraulic Mining, 1923. Creator: Unknown
Hydraulic Mining, 1923. From " Australia, New Zealand and Oceania in Pictures", by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. Blitt. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1923]

Washing A Locomotive on the Canadian National Railway, at Montrea, 1935. Creator: Unknown
Washing A Locomotive on the Canadian National Railway, at Montreal, by means of the special spraying equipment devised for this purpose, 1935. From " Railway Wonders of the World, Vol. 1"

Hydraulic Mining, California, 1859. Artist: Gustave Adolphe Chassevent-Bacques
Hydraulic Mining, California, 1859. A print from le Tour du Monde, 1859

Fontaine de Tourny, Tourny fountain, Quebec Parliament Building, National Assembly of Quebec, Quebec, Canada

Brunnensee water fountains at Unterer Marktplatz, market square, Freudenstadt, Black Forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Wet storage, artificial irrigation for the preservation of tree trunks, Neustadt, Titisee-Neustadt, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Hospital hydrotherapy, 1920s C016 / 2382
Hospital hydrotherapy. Physiotherapy worker (right) applying jets of water to a patient during a session of hydrotherapy, a form of physiotherapy (physical therapy)

Swans below the Jet d eau (water jet), Geneva, Lake Geneva (Lac Leman), Switzerland, Europe

Jet d eau (water jet), Geneva, Lake Geneva (Lac Leman), Switzerland, Europe

Firefighters extinguishing a fire in a high rise building. The damage from the fire can be seen on the charred balconies at left while the fire continues to burn at centre

Fountains, Petrodvorets (Peterhof), St. Petersburg, Russia, Europe

Milan Cathedral seen through fountains, Milan, Lombardia, Italy, Europe

Modern fountain on Karlsplatz, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Reflection of the Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, North America

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Captivating Water Jets: From Fountains in Maria Luisa Park to Light Shows in Barcelona" Water jets have long been a source of fascination and beauty, captivating audiences around the world. In the enchanting Maria Luisa Park, fountains dance with grace as water jets shoot up into the sky, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for all who visit. One cannot help but be awestruck by the new Plaza Catalunya fountain in Barcelona, Catalonia. This modern marvel combines water jets with an incredible light show, illuminating the night sky and transforming the plaza into a magical wonderland. The power of water jets is not limited to mere aesthetics; they also serve practical purposes. An illustration showcases how long fire hoses can reach every nook and cranny of a building, ensuring safety for all within its walls. Even historical landmarks embrace the allure of water jets. At Versailles, cupid fires an arrow-shaped jet from a fountain designed by Louis Lerambert. The Bosquet du Theatre d Eau transports visitors back to 1903 when this masterpiece first graced the gardens at Versailles. Water's force has been harnessed for various tasks throughout history. Hydraulic mining in California during 1859 utilized powerful water jets to extract precious minerals from deep within the earth. Similarly, washing locomotives on Canada's National Railway became more efficient with high-pressure water streams in 1935. Across continents and cultures, fountains continue to captivate hearts and minds alike. The Fontaine de Tourny at Quebec Parliament Building stands tall as an emblem of grandeur and elegance while delighting passersby with its majestic water displays. In Germany's picturesque Black Forest town of Freudenstadt lies Brunnensee - home to stunning water fountains that add charm to Unterer Marktplatz (market square). These fountains bring joy to locals and tourists alike as they bask in their refreshing sprays on warm summer days.