Perpetual Collection

Orffyreus Wheel & Man
The perpetual motion wheel of Orffyreus, real name Johann Ernst Elias Bessler, is set in motion by a man

Perpetual Motion Machine
The supposed perpetual motion machine of Solomon Reisel

Transparent spherical velocipede
5616638 Transparent spherical velocipede; (add.info.: Transparent spherical velocipede by A Rousseau of Marseille, France 1882. 01/01/1882); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Design for a perpetual bicycle
5616637 Design for a perpetual bicycle; (add.info.: Design for a perpetual bicycle. Punch 1869. 01/01/1869); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration from 'Tableaux du temple des muses' 1655
5306283 Illustration from 'Tableaux du temple des muses' 1655.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Rose General Jacqueminot, hybrid perpetual. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Rose Baroness Rothschild, hybrid perpetual. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Ocean liner watch, Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Queen Mary
OCEAN LINER WATCH: Extremely rare Rolex 14 carat gold self-winding waterproof bubble back wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and Queen Mary dial

King George's Cup Yachts
Contenders for the King George's Perpetual Challenge Cup at Brixham regatta, an event open to ketch-rigged trawlers over forty tons. Date: 1931

Common hepatica, Anemone hepatica. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Moss rose, Rosa centifolia var. muscosa. Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896

Perpetual calendar travel timepiece, 1898 (silver-gilt & shagreen) (see also 1201731)
1201730 Perpetual calendar travel timepiece, 1898 (silver-gilt & shagreen) (see also 1201731) by English School, (19th century); height: 15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: with moonphase)

Reichstag of Regensburg in the large Council Chamber, Regensburg, 1653 (litho)
1768827 Reichstag of Regensburg in the large Council Chamber, Regensburg, 1653 (litho) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Perpetual calendar travel timepiece, 1898 (silver-gilt & shagreen) (see also 1201730)
1201731 Perpetual calendar travel timepiece, 1898 (silver-gilt & shagreen) (see also 1201730) by English School, (19th century); height: 15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: with moonphase)

A Novel Staircase (engraving)
3627810 A Novel Staircase (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Novel Staircase. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1894.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of a blind, deaf and dumb young woman spinning wool at the New York Association
MNY380940 Portrait of a blind, deaf and dumb young woman spinning wool at the New York Association for the Blind, 111 East 59th St

Electricity (engraving)
5207057 Electricity (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electricity. Illustration for Farrows Military Encyclopedia by Edwards Farrow)

Newton's Cradle
Eggs in Newton's Cradle with flying yolk, levitation food photography, minimalist creative scene. Dina Belenko

BENEDICTINE NUN OF THE PERPETUAL ADORATION OF THE HOLY SACRAMENT (thats why she has it embroidered on her habit)

THE FIRES OF HELL
Virgil shows Dante that though Hell is hot enough already, flames are descending in a perpetual shower to make the damned more uncomfortable than ever

Imaginary inhabitants of the planet Pluto. In perpetual twilight, and fiercely cold compared to Earth, fur-covered bats would be the best equipped life form, dwelling underground. Date: 1940

Pocket Watch In Black And White

Sunrise at 30, 000 feet over the Pacific 2
Flying over the Pacific, February 1984; No, its not a new abstract expressionist masterpiece. Its sunrise seen flying over the Pacific from Tahiti to Auckland, New Zealand

Orffyreus Wheel
The perpetual motion wheel of Orffyreus, real name Johann Ernst Elias Bessler

Design for a perpetual bycicle. Punch 1869

Colorful Rainbow Swiss Chard; Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Road From Westport To Leenane, Co Mayo, Ireland

Robert Van Haynin
ROBERT VAN HAYNIN Flemish churchman and statesman, bishop of Bruges and perpetual chancellor. Date: 17TH CENTURY

Perpetual Motion Wheels
Perpetual motion machines of the overbalanced wheel type invented by Bernard Launy and Jeremie Metz; neither will work in practice however

Vestal Virgin buried alive as a punishment
A Vestal Virgin, who has broken her vow of perpetual virginity, is buried alive

Perpetual motion: A garden fountain worked by water from upper cistern which is filled with water from an Archimedian screw

Perpetual motion machine described in about 1664 by Ulrich von Cranach of Hamburg. Iron balls drive the water wheel that operates the Archimedean screw that raises the balls up again

Joseph Bertrand
JOSEPH BERTRAND French mathematician, perpetual secretary of the mathematical sciences department of the Academie des Sciences. Date: 1822 - 1900

Perpetual motion: Grindstone driven, via work and spur, by an overshot water wheel. An Archimedean screw raises the used water to the reservoir, and the whole is supposed to work by perpetual motion

Sketch by Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) for a perpetual motion device. Biblioteca Ambrosiana, Milan

Perpetual motion: Grinding mill driven by horizontal water wheel, which is itself driven by water from a cistern. The wheel is supposed also to raise water to the cistern by an Archimedean screw

Perpetual motion machine described by the Jesuit Stanislaus Solski c1610. Water was pumped from reservoir alternately up the vertical pipes to the upper reservoirs A, B

Henry V (1387-1422), king of England from 1413, courting Katherine, daughter of the French king. King Henry V Act V, Scene II

Youngs perpetual motion machine
Perpetual motion. A device intended to demonstrate perpetual motion, shown by Thomas Young in 1807. The principle is that the disc rotates anti-clockwise

Buck Balfour. Cartoon of Arthur Balfour (later British Prime Minister) when he was Chief Secretary for Ireland on the cover of Funny Folks

Perpetual motion machine of von Kranach
Perpetual motion machine. Engraving showing a design for a perpetual motion machine designed by Ulrich von Kranach in 1664

Water raising engine, 18th century
Illustration showing an engine used to raise water. The weight of water in the lower bucket (A) pulls on the axle of the wheel at the top

Watched on St Helena
During his exile on St Helena, Napoleon is an object of perpetual curiosity to the English soldiers and sailors

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"Unveiling the Perpetual Mysteries: From Orffyreus Wheel to King George's Cup Yachts" Step into a world where time stands still, and innovation knows no bounds. The concept motion has captivated minds for centuries, with inventors like Orffyreus Wheel and his enigmatic machine pushing the boundaries of possibility. But it's not just machines that embody perpetuity; even timepieces have their own stories to tell. Take the iconic Rolex Oyster Perpetual, a watch that defies time itself, much like the majestic ocean liners such as Queen Mary sailing across vast seas. Speaking of yachts, who can forget the grandeur of King George's Cup Yachts? These magnificent vessels epitomize elegance and endurance in their pursuit of victory on endless horizons. In another realm entirely, we find ourselves immersed in nature's perpetual beauty. The Rose General Jacqueminot and Rose Baroness Rothschild stand as testament to hybrid perpetuals' everlasting allure. Their delicate petals whisper tales of Robert Van Haynin's dedication to preserving floral perfection. Yet amidst this eternal splendor lies darkness too. East London cruelty engraving reminds us of our responsibility towards all living beings - wild birds forever trapped in shadows they never deserved. Nature also gifts us with resilience through plants like Common Hepatica and Moss Rose. They bloom year after year, reminding us that life finds a way even in harsh conditions. As we journey through time, let us not forget those who crafted masterpieces meant to withstand its relentless march. Behold the exquisite Perpetual Calendar Travel Timepiece from 1898 - an intricate blend of silver-gilt and shagreen craftsmanship that transcends generations. Perpetuity is more than just a word; it encompasses an entire universe filled with wonders waiting to be discovered. So embrace these perpetual hints scattered throughout history – they hold secrets yet untold but beckon us to unravel their eternal enigma.