Sixteen Collection (#4)

Head, CT scans
Head scans. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of axial sections through a healthy head. The sequence of scans (from left to right)

Dwarfism, 19th century
Dwarfism, 19th-century artwork. Burmese dwarfs Smaun (left) and Fatma (right) standing next to a champagne bottle. These two dwarfs, brother (Smaun) and sister (Fatma), had the surname Sing Hpoo

Human chromosome 16, SEM
Human chromosome 16, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Chromosomes are a packaged form of the genetic material DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Admiral Nelsons mahogany cellorette
This is a photograph of another Nelson relic, namely his fine mahogany cellorette fitted with four cut glass decanters and sixteen wine glasses, circa 1800

Lady Charlotte Bacon (1801-1880)
Two engraved portraits of Lady Charlotte Bacon (1801-1880), who was the Ianthe referred to in Lord Byrons Childe Harold of 1817

French soldiers hoisting an artillery shell
Photograph of a sixteen-inch shell being hoisted into position by French soldiers for loading into its gun. The caption described the weapon as the modern lord of battle

Bullion Office. Bank of England. Bar of Gold
Engraving of a bar of gold, a small slab weighing sixteen pounds, worth about 800 in 1845"

Floating railway bridge across the Forth River
A floating railway across the Forth between Granton and Burntisland. The route designed to carrying goods and live stock without the inconvience of unloading the trucks

A crawling experiment at the London Hospital
Crawling used as an exercise for the treatment of spinal curvature for patients up to the age of sixteen. It was administered three times a week for twenty minutes at a time

Snapdragon, 1850
Sixteen children - and two grown-ups - play at snapdragon

Poem / Tennyson / Maud / C19Th
He kisses her hand (note that she is sixteen years old)

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"Sixteen: A Glimpse into the Past and Future" Witness the power of history as a B-25 Mitchell Bomber takes off from Hornet during the Second World War, reminding us of the courage and sacrifice that shaped our world. Step inside the private lives of royalty as we catch a rare glimpse of the Royal family at home, captured in a special sitting for ILN in May 1942, showcasing their resilience amidst turbulent times. Marvel at the beauty and mystery of Mars through composite satellite images, offering us a window into an alien world waiting to be explored. Join Deborah Mitford at Cheltenham National Hunt Meeting, where elegance meets excitement on this thrilling day filled with horse racing and high society gatherings. Discover timeless talent as we celebrate Ellen Terry's enchanting presence at age sixteen, capturing her youthful spirit that would later make her one of Britain's most beloved actresses. Experience wartime struggles firsthand as you witness a heavy gun battery moving uphill during the Balkan campaign - an awe-inspiring display of strength against all odds. Journey back to an era when highwaymen roamed free and Redington became synonymous with daring escapades along dimly lit roads - tales that still captivate our imagination today. Immerse yourself in luxury aboard White Star Line's majestic ships - Olympic and Titanic - where opulence reigns supreme in their grand main staircase, leaving passengers breathless with its splendor. Indulge your senses in White Star Line's dining room onboard Olympic and Titanic; imagine savoring exquisite meals while surrounded by lavish decor fit for kings and queens alike. Admire artistry beyond compare with White Star Line's booklet cover design; each stroke tells a story of adventure awaiting those who embarked on these legendary ocean liners' journeys across vast seas.