Back Ground Collection (page 10)

Looking down on Bracken fern covered in raindrops

Detail of blue Jay feathers

Italy, Rome. View from atop the Spanish Steps. Basilica dei Santi Ambrogio e Carlo al Corso, St. Peters Basilica in background

Sienna, Tuscany, Italy - Low angle view of ceiling detail in the shape of an x

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy - An arched hallway with a diamond patterned floor leading to a set of stairs

Portrait of a local elderly man looking at the sea, at Mykonos (MR)

France, Corsica. View of white limestone cliffs and the Mediterrean Sea from Bonifacio

Dessert at the bar and restaurant Le Noailles, Chateau Portets, Carbonnieux, Gruaud-Larose, Gloria, Maucaillou and Leoville Barton, Bordeaux, Gironde, Aquitaine, France

St Chinian. Languedoc. France. Europe. Vineyard with mountains in the background. Mountains in the background

Vineyard of Chateau Latour with the winery Latour Tower on the left and the chateau on the right with the Pauillac village and church, Pauillac, Medoc, Bordeaux, Gironde, Aquitaine, France

Zambia, Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park. Zambezi River pours over Eastern Cataract of Victoria Falls at end of dry season

Malacca City, Malaysia, UNESCO Heritage City. Graphic pattern of shoes on floor

High Atlas Mountains behind city walls, Taroudannt, Morocco

Palm fronds in Vallee de Mai forest

Namibia, Etosha National Park. Cracked mud in dried water hole at edge of Etosha Pan

Africa, Namibia, Namib Nauklift National Park, Afternoon sun lights sand blowing from dunes in Namib Desert near Sossusvlei

Orange and yellow graffiti abstract

Houses along Alfonso I Street, and Nuestra Senora del Pilar Basilica in the background, Saragossa (Zaragoza), Aragon, Spain, Europe

Typical plaster geometric decor, the Aljaferia Palace, dating from the 11th century, Saragossa (Zaragoza), Aragon, Spain, Europe

View of the Dzong in Trashigang with hills in the background, Eastern Bhutan, Bhutan, Asia

People sitting in park, visitors admiring view of National Maritime Museum, Queens House, Royal Naval College and across River Thames to Docklands, Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, England, april

View across bay towards distant hills at sunrise, looking towards Lake District (Cumbria, England), Solway Firth, Criffel, Galloway, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, january

View of Statue of Liberty, with Manhattan Island city skyline in distance, Liberty Island, New York Harbor, New York City, New York State, U.S.A. september

View across estuary towards distant hills at sunrise, looking towards Lake District (Cumbria, England), Solway Firth, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, january

Cover design, Patco Airlines timetable
Cover design, Patco Airlines brochure and timetable, for flights to and from Manila, Baguio and Paracale. Showing a red and blue monoplane on a yellow and green background. 1936

Cover design, Aero & Marine Exhibition
Cover design, catalogue of Aero & Marine Exhibition, 16-25 March 1914, at Olympia, west London, under the patronage of His Majesty the King

Air Mail Poster
GPO poster, Use Air Mail. Showing the outline of a monoplane on a black background. 1934

Imperial Airways Poster, Reliability, Comfort. Showing details of the equipment of the most luxurious air liners in the world (Heracles Class), with pictograms of features on a yellow background. 1934

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"Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Background: From Chesterfield to Machu Picchu" Step into the enchanting world of background, where captivating stories unfold against various backdrops. Explore the picturesque landscapes of England's charming town, Chesterfield, as it sets the stage for extraordinary tales. Intriguingly, an advert for Sandeman Port transports us to exotic destinations like never before. Join Colonel Norton on his daring expedition to Mount Everest in 1924, standing tall at a staggering 28, 000 ft. The sheer audacity and determination leave us awe-inspired. Venturing further into cultural realms, we stumble upon Little India's vibrant streets adorned with pictures of Hindu Gods for sale. Each deity whispers ancient legends and spiritual wisdom that captivate our senses. Delving deeper into the mysteries of existence, we encounter the cosmic microwave background - a celestial symphony echoing remnants from time immemorial. Its ethereal presence reminds us of our place in this vast universe. Artistic wonders unfurl as we gaze upon a famous painting depicting winged heads of 80 Ethiopian cherubs adorning a grand ceiling. Their divine beauty transcends boundaries and invites contemplation on art's ability to transport souls beyond mortal confines. History comes alive through Queen Victoria and Abdul Karim's unlikely friendship captured in an evocative photograph from c. 1890. This remarkable bond challenges societal norms while showcasing humanity's capacity for connection across cultures. The coastal charm beckons us next as Southend-On-Sea reveals its red English post box nestled within a rustic brick wall—a symbol both nostalgic and enduring amidst changing times. Transporting ourselves back to wartime Britain in 1942, Lancaster Bombers stand ready for takeoff—an indomitable spirit embodied by brave souls who defended freedom with unwavering courage. Journeying across continents brings us face-to-face with Machu Picchu's majestic ruins embraced by Huayna Picchu.